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Looking for the perfect holiday gift? If you’re traveling on a Very Merrytime Cruise this holiday season, not only will you have the opportunity to share seasonal splendor with loved ones, but you can also pick up some exclusive holiday merchandise while onboard! Check out some of our top items below, and let us know what your favorite product is to shop for on a Disney cruise. Keepsakes for any Disney Cruise Line fan Spirit jerseys are all the rage this season, and this holiday-themed spirit jersey is no different! Featuring exclusive Disney Cruise Line logos and patterns (hint: look for the hidden Mickeys in the snowflakes!), a spirit jersey is the perfect gift for any Disney Cruise Line fan this year! Gifts for your best friend Other popular items available for a short time include a holiday light-up ornament that is sure to add shine to your tree, along with a zip-up sweatshirt complete with flannel hood and built-in Minnie ears. While there are Disney Cruise Line items available when you’re on land, these select merchandise items are only available onboard! Gifts for someone special (or yourself!) Sailing on the Disney Fantasy any time soon? If you’re looking for a unique luxury shopping experience, head to Deck 3, Forward to browse the new Bvlgari boutique. The Italian brand known for its contemporary jewelry, colored gemstones and unique craftsmanship joins Tiffany & Co. as luxury shopping experiences that await guests boarding the Disney Fantasy. With an array of jewelry, watches, silks and leather goods, Bvlgari features items from the brand’s most iconic collections. The Serpenti collection, a symbol of the serpent that has been a part of the Bvlgari family since the 1940s, is one of the most popular offerings with items like the Serpenti Spiga, a watch that coils twice around the wrist. View the full article

Wine Bar George opened its doors in Disney Springs in May 2018. And the restaurant has now been nominated by USA TODAY as one of the “10Best” new restaurants in the country! Wine Bar George The following is taken from USA TODAY’s 10best.com: “We asked a panel of food and travel experts to nominate their 20 favorite new restaurants to open in the past year, ranging from chef-driven fast casual concepts to high end dining with a focus on hyper-local and sustainable ingredients. Vote for your favorite once per day until voting ends on Monday, January 7 at noon ET. The 10 winning restaurants will be announced on Friday, January 18.” Wine Bar George If you’re interested in casting a vote, you can visit the 10best.com site now. Congratulations, Wine Bar George! 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. Did you visit Wine Bar George this year? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: News: Jaleo and Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill Opening in Disney Springs in 2018 News: Wine Bar George Menu Updates and Executive Chef What’s New in Disney Springs This Week! February 13, 2018 View the full article

Today we have a beautiful new holiday Disney Parks Blog wallpaper to share with all of you by artist Ashley Taylor. According to Ashley, today’s design was inspired by the beautiful Disney castles and holiday elements you can find at our parks this time of year. “I wanted to create something nostalgic Disney, so I created a sweater pattern using the castles, the snowfall, the toy soldiers and the love that happens at the Disney Parks,” Ashley said. “I drew each little stitch to make it look like an actual sweater, but it was worth it! I thought it would be such a sweet, different concept!.” Download this wallpaper in either desktop or mobile version, or visit our complete gallery of wallpapers. Also, be sure to check out our terms of use before downloading. View the full article

We’re busy planning our annual family day out at Epcot, which we look forward to every holiday season. This year, we were thrilled to get Fastpasses for Soarin’ Around the World which is one of our favorite attractions at the park. How well do you know this Future World stop? Put your knowledge to the test below. View the full article

Wolfgang Puck had one of the country’s highest-grossing restaurants at Disney Springs before he shut it down last year and moved it a few hundred yards away. The reason? Being good just didn’t cut it at Disney Springs. Puck knew his place had to be better than that. The dining and entertainment... View the full article

Walt Disney World is ramping up its After Hours offerings with Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park now being open to the public after its regular operating hours – for a price. That price is $125 per person. What that buys, on select evenings, is quick access to some of the park’s rides and attractions... View the full article

With the holiday season upon us, many of us are thinking of what might be “that perfect gift” for a loved one. And the next time you visit a Disney World park, you might have access to a Personal Shopper to help you figure that out! Mickey’s of Hollywood Today at Mickey’s of Hollywood in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, we spotted this sign for Complimentary Personal Shopping services. Complimentary Personal Shopper sign We learned that today is the very first day they are testing the Personal Shopper experience at Mickey’s of Hollywood. Currently, there are two Cast Members in Mickey’s of Hollywood who can offer suggestions for gifts or other purchases, and they can also help guests find other gifts available in the park via iPad. Personal Shopper But the process doesn’t stop there. If you are interested in an item, the Cast Member can pick up the gift for you if it’s located at a different park shop. Later in the day, you can come back to Mickey’s of Hollywood to purchase the item (or items) prior to park close. Or, if you wish to purchase something you see right away, they can have the item waiting for you at package pickup later in the day. Today is the first day of a three day test, and it is not yet known if this service will be around for the rest of the busy holiday season, or perhaps even beyond. So, as always, stayed tuned! 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. Would you like the assistance of a Personal Shopper in Disney World? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Spotted: More Disney Snack Magnets at Disney Parks What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: March 14, 2018 What’s New in Disney’s Hollywood Studios: May 2, 2018 View the full article

Looking for that perfect dining experience to add to your Disney vacation? Well, I’ve got a few magical meals in store for you with this month’s Appetizing Occasions. Ring in the new year at PCH Grill at Disneyland Resort, learn a little more about tea with a special tea experience at Epcot, or even grab breakfast for a limited time at D-Luxe Burger at Disney Springs! Here’s all the info you need to know about these new dining experiences and remember – these yummy events can fill up fast, so be sure to make your plans and reservations today! Disneyland Resort – Have an Incredible New Year’s Eve at PCH Grill Reservations are now open for this INCREDIBLE New Year’s Eve event at Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel! Bring the whole family and celebrate 2019 with food, fun, and some of your favorite Disney•Pixar pals from “Incredibles 2” at PCH Grill. Begin your meal with a delicious buffet with all-you-care-to-enjoy selections such as New England clam chowder, herb-marinated prime rib, pan-seared wild mushroom blend, Yule log, tiramisu cheesecake, and more. The kiddos can also enjoy items made just for them, including petite grilled beef tips, oven-baked mac and cheese, and even build-your-own-pizzas! After dinner, it’s time to party in the Pacific Ballroom, where you’ll be surrounded by shimmering lights and great music. Get down and take some selfies with characters, and even count down to midnight TWICE! That’s right, you can enjoy a celebratory toast and festive balloon drop at both 9:00pm and midnight, which is double the fun! This celebration takes place on Dec. 31, 2018, with dinner being served from 5-10 p.m. and the Pacific Ballroom New Year’s Eve Character Celebration starting at 6:30 p.m. and ending at 12:30 a.m. For menu details, more information, and to make reservations, visit the Disneyland Resort website. Disney California Adventure Park, Disneyland Resort – Carthay Circle Terrace Lounge If you’ve ever wanted to enjoy a refreshing beverage and tasty snacks while taking in the stunning views of Buena Vista Street at Disney California Adventure Park, then the Carthay Circle Terrace Lounge is the perfect place to visit! At this 21-and-over lounge, you’ll enjoy classic signature cocktails such as the Carthay Circle Manhattan made with bourbon, sweet vermouth, and Luxardo cherries. Pair these hand-crafted cocktails with exclusive food offerings that include Fire Cracker Duck Wings coated in Sriracha, lime, and cilantro and Carthay Signature Fried Biscuits stuffed with delicious white cheddar, bacon, and jalapeño. For more info, visit the Carthay Circle Lounge page on the Disneyland Resort website. Epcot, Walt Disney World Resort – Rose & Crown Dining Room Tea Experience Sip your way through a time-honored British tradition, learn the difference between tea blends, and find out the secret to making the perfect cup of tea with this relaxing and refined tea experience. Settle down at the Rose & Crown Dining Room in the United Kingdom Pavilion while a Twinings-trained cast member takes you through the history of the brand and its flavors. This dining experience includes tastes of five different flavors of Twinings tea as well as delectable sandwiches and scones to complement the tea tasting. For reservations, call 407 WDW-DINE (407 939-3463) or visit the Walt Disney World Resort website. Disney Springs, Walt Disney World Resort – Limited-Time Breakfast at D-Luxe Burger Get ready to start your day with a hearty breakfast from D-Luxe Burger at Disney Springs! During the month of December, the popular quick-service restaurant will now be open for breakfast daily from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Enjoy a classic Breakfast Sandwich with egg, cheddar cheese, and bacon on a Parker House roll or make it a D-Luxe Breakfast Sandwich by adding your choice of either a D-Luxe signature patty, chorizo patty, or buttermilk fried chicken. Burger options include the Breakfast Burger featuring a D-Luxe signature patty topped with egg, cheddar, bacon, and hash browns on a Parker House Roll as well as the El Diablo Breakfast Burger featuring a chorizo signature-blend patty topped with pepper jack cheese, smoked bacon-pepper jam, and egg on a cheddar biscuit. And for the southerners out there, you can chow down on a Crispy Chicken Biscuit with buttermilk fried chicken topped with honey butter, chipotle mayonnaise, and pickles served on a cheddar biscuit. For a more healthful option, there’s also the Egg White Frittata sandwich with egg whites, spinach, hash browns, pico de gallo, and avocado crema on a Parker House Roll or the Greek Yogurt Parfait with strawberries, blueberries, and granola. Of course, if you’re craving those delicious fresh-cut fries, you can order them topped with either béarnaise sauce or sausage gravy – YUM! This breakfast requires no reservations. For a full menu and more information, visit the Walt Disney World website. Disney Springs, Walt Disney World Resort – Spend Christmas Eve and Christmas Day at Wine Bar George If you’re looking for a place to host your holiday gathering, why not stop by Wine Bar George? In addition to serving up mulled wine all season long, on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, Wine Bar George will be serving select items from the regular menu as well as Prime Rib with potatoes au gratin and grilled asparagus and more than 140 wines available by the ounce, glass, and bottle for your festive celebrations! Make your holiday reservations today by visiting the Walt Disney World website. Walt Disney World Resort – Dine with Chef Mickey and Friends at Disney’s Contemporary Resort Whether it’s for lunch or dinner or even breakfast, there’s a fun-filled feast awaiting you at Chef Mickey’s. Just a quick monorail ride away from Magic Kingdom Park, this restaurant sits in the main atrium of Disney’s Contemporary Resort and is the perfect place to meet Chef Mickey and all of his friends! The restaurant also features an elevated buffet with freshly prepared ingredients and made-to-order dishes. From carving stations featuring prime rib, roasted turkey, and even north Atlantic salmon to an array of vegetables, cheeses, pastas, breads, seafood, and more, there is truly something for everyone in the family! Start your meal off with artisan breads and cheeses or fresh fruits and house-made salads that even include vegan kale and quinoa salads with dried cranberries or toy box tomato salads with arugula and champagne vinaigrette. And for the main course, why not grab some seafood paella with clams and mussels or even a tender pot roast paired with Yukon gold mashed potatoes? Kids can enjoy selections that include chicken tenders, whole grain turkey, mac and cheese, corn dog nuggets, vegetables, and more! For dessert, you won’t want to miss the classic Mickey Domes with a cookies and cream cookie base or one of my favorite sweets across property – the Cookie Dough Cannoli! Between all of the entrees, snacks, and desserts, there’s something new around every corner. And with all of these all-you-care-to-enjoy options, you definitely won’t be leaving with an empty stomach! For more information, and to make reservations, visit the Walt Disney World website. View the full article

Disney Cruise Line offers magical sailings for all ages, but perhaps you did not know of all the adult only spaces guests can enjoy on each Disney Cruise Line ship. Dining, entertainment and lounges with fantastic entertainment are only the start of what awaits you! Join Disney Parks Moms Panelist Stephanie L. as she shows us some of her favorite adult-only spaces. From a relaxing spa treatment at Senses Spa & Salon to enjoying some quiet time at Quiet Cove Pool, Stephanie has all the tips for you to make the most of your next Disney Cruise. She also shares amazing ideas for adults-only dining while the little ones enjoy their time in one of the Youth Clubs. For more Disney Cruise Line tips, or for help in planning your next Disney vacation, visit DisneyParksMomsPanel.com to receive an answer from one of our knowledgeable panelists. View the full article

A Disney worker confessed to video voyeurism after he was caught using a cell phone in an employee-only bathroom at Animal Kingdom, according to a sheriff’s office report. Charges of video voyeurism against Eric King, 21, of Polk City, have been filed with the state attorney’s office for its consideration,... View the full article

Disney World is apologizing and looking into what went wrong after doors on a monorail wouldn’t open for three stops, briefly trapping passengers. Video from the incident that occurred at about 9:20 p.m. Saturday appeared on social media and unofficial Disney blogs. The doors on the yellow monorail... View the full article

Disney World is apologizing and looking into what went wrong after doors on a monorail wouldn’t open for three stops, briefly trapping passengers. Video from the incident that occurred at about 9:20 p.m. Saturday appeared on social media and unofficial Disney blogs. The doors on the yellow monorail... View the full article

The 2019 Epcot International Festival of the Arts will take place January 18 – February 25, 2019! For the third year in a row, the Festival will celebrate three artistic disciplines: Culinary, Visual, and Performing Arts. Festival of the Arts There is LOTS of new info to share in regards to all three disciplines! But of course, we’re starting with our personal favorite … the Culinary Arts! Culinary Arts Food Studios The primary way the Festival of the Arts recognizes the Culinary Arts is through Food Studios located around Epcot’s World Showcase! Much like the Marketplace Booths for the Epcot Food and Wine Festival, these Food Booths bring enhanced food offerings to Festival guests with a focus on artistic presentation of the dishes. Deconstructed Strawberry Cheesecake from The Deconstructed Dish Thirteen locations will serve Festival food and drinks from the well-established Food Studios to spots like Taste Track and the Fife & Drum Tavern. Click HERE to see FULL MENUS AND FOOD PHOTOS for the 2019 Festival of the Arts on our Menu Page! While you can view the menus is full by visiting our Festival of the Arts Menu Page, let’s check out some of the returning Food Studios as well as a few new items! The Deconstructed Dish will once again feature deconstructed versions of classic dishes like the Deconstructed BLT and the Deconstructed Reuben. The Deconstructed Dish Cuisine Classique and The Artists’s Table will return, as will Pop Eats! with its popular Almond Frangipane Cake layered with Raspberry Jam! Almond Frangipane Cake layered with Raspberry Jam and Chocolate at Festival of the Arts Decadent Delights will feature a new Lemon and Blood Orange Tart and Chocolate, Peanut Butter and Pretzel Crunch. Decadent Delights New at the Masterpiece Kitchen will be the Vanilla, Rose Water and Pistachio Panna Cotta! The Masterpiece Kitchen And look for a Sushi Donut at Takumi Table in the Japan Pavilion! Takumi Table Booth The Painted Panda in China will serve up a Crystal Mooncake with fruit filling garnished with toasted coconut among other offerings. The Painted Panda Food Studio L’Art du Cuisine Francaise, Mosaic Canteen, and L’Arte di Mangiare will all return as well, featuring debut items and returning favorites. (I can’t wait to try the Crème de Brie en Petit Pain in France!) 2018 Epcot Festival of the Arts Mosaic Canteen Food Studio Morocco booth Additional locations getting in on the fun will be Taste Track, which will be continuing its role as a de facto Festival Food Booth. On the menu? Lobster Bacon Macaroni & Cheese served in a Warm Bread Cone! Taste Track And Paintbrush Churros, which are Cinnamon Sugar Churros Dipped in Colorful White Chocolate. Fife & Drum Tavern will serve up a Musical Float: Layered Strawberry, Lemonade and Blue Raspberry Slushy with Vanilla Ice Cream and White Chocolate! See it all here… Click HERE to see FULL MENUS AND FOOD PHOTOS for the 2019 Festival of the Arts on our Menu Page! Visual Arts Channel your inner visual artist in any number of interactive workshops and complimentary seminars! Topics range from floral design, ink and paint, photography, and more. Odyssey Festival Showplace While the seminars are complimentary (find the full list of topics here), guests looking to dive even further into their preferred topics can check out the interactive workshops on Monday-Friday for an additional fee of $39. And these are eligible for booking TODAY by calling (407) WDW-TOUR, and you can see the full list of workshops by visiting ArtfulEpcot.com! The Premium Paint with a Disney Artist Workshop will return in 2019 as well. Work on your own masterpiece under the guidance of a Disney Artist (the fee is $259). Interested guests may contact (407) WDW-TOUR to book, and visit ArtfulEpcot.com for more information. Performing Arts As previously announced, the lineup for the Disney on Broadway Concert Series will feature pairs of Broadway performers singing beloved Disney tunes. See the entire concert lineup for 2019 here! Ashley Brown Performing During the Epcot Festival of the Arts Visit our Disney on Broadway Concert Series page here! If there is a performing pair you simply can’t miss, you can also learn about Disney on Broadway Dining Packages here, which allow guests to pair a meal at a participating restaurant with guaranteed seating for a performance. Stay tuned for more information for how the Performing Arts will be recognized throughout the Festival of the Arts! Would you believe this only scratches the surface of fun to be had at the Festival of the Arts? From interactive murals to artistic photo opps, and more, there will be a TON of artful fun happening all around the park! Figment Mural from the Festival of the Arts Check it ALL out on our Festival of the Arts Page!! Are you going to the 2019 Epcot Festival of the Arts? Please let us know with a comment! 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: 2018 Epcot Festival of the Arts FREE Seminars and Interactive Workshops 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! View the full article

Part of our family Christmas tradition is to attend the “Candlelight Processional” at Epcot. The beautiful carols and lovely reading sets the right tone for the season. Enjoy this adorable wallpaper by Brittany Ungvarsky. It is an iconic representation of all things Candlelight! We have multiple sizes for your desktop or mobile device. Be sure to check out the terms of use about using the wallpaper before you download it. Want to check out other designs? Visit our complete gallery of wallpapers. View the full article

Everything truly sparkles during the Holidays at the Disneyland Resort. Standing 60-feet tall above Main Street, U.S.A. in Disneyland park, the Disneyland Christmas tree is a shimmering sight of splendor! This year, the Christmas tree in Town Square includes new lighting and décor, featuring 3,500 multi-color lights, 1,500 Victorian-inspired ornaments and 100 oversized faux candles. See how our Christmas tree was “trimmed” in the video below! The tree is also a favorite spot for guests to snap their holiday photos! View the full article

Hi, there! We’re back with another DFB Video today, and we’re sharing 30 Hidden Gems in Epcot’s World Showcase! World Showcase Wine Glass Epcot’s World Showcase is PACKED with fun experiences including unique foods to try, rare Disney characters to meet, and much more! But while you’re trying to grab a seat on the Frozen Ever After attraction in Norway or waiting in the evening for IllumiNations to begin, it’s easy to miss a lot of these experiences because so many of them are… well, hidden. Find out about 30 of our favorite gems in Epcot’s World Showcase, and let us know if any of them are new to you! 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’s your favorite hidden gem in World Showcase? Related posts: DFB Video: Epcot CANDY Challenge! DFB Video: Best Attractions with Low-to-No Wait in Disney World’s Epcot DFB Video: Drinking Around the World in Epcot (With and Without Alcohol)! View the full article

Now, more than ever is the time to start planning your trip to the Epcot International Festival of the Arts that will run Jan. 18– Feb. 25, 2019. The 39-day event offers a palette of immersive experiences that we can guarantee you won’t want to miss! Immersing guests in the worlds of the visual, culinary and performing arts, Festival of the Arts is a feast for the senses. For the visual arts, interactive workshops and seminars are among the festival’s most popular experiences. You can learn artistic techniques from professionals skilled in floral design, ink and paint, photography, and more. Seminars typically run 30 minutes and are included with park admission; they can be reserved day-of at the Odyssey Festival Showplace. Workshops are hands-on, interactive experiences that allow you an opportunity to create your own work of art to take home. Workshops run 75 minutes and are offered Friday-Monday for an additional fee. We have great news for you – you can book your favorite workshop experience starting today! Call (407) WDW-TOUR to book, and for more information on workshop and seminar offerings, visit ArtfulEpcot.com. Also returning this year is the fan-favorite “Paint with a Disney Artist” experience. Offered select Fridays and Sundays, a talented Disney Artist will guide you in creating your own masterpiece! The event is perfect for seasoned painters and those just learning this beautiful art form. Bonus – continental breakfast is also included! For more information or to book your painting adventure, call (407) WDW-TOUR. Now, let’s talk about the tastiest form of art…food! The festival will feature 13 Food Studios throughout Epcot, boasting menus of sweet and savory options that are sure to satisfy every palate. Here’s a sneak peek at some of the festival’s new dishes for 2019, and check out the full menu of festival offerings at ArtfulEpcot.com. And don’t forget the performing arts – the Disney on Broadway Concert Series returns with its own expanded menu of performances, running seven days a week! The concert series is included with park admission, and you can enjoy guaranteed seating for the show by booking a dining package at select Epcot restaurants. Reservations for dining packages can be made at ArtfulEpcot.com or by calling (407) WDW-DINE. You can also give your regards and delight in favorite show tunes from the Disney on Broadway Concert Series playlist. Listen on Apple Music: apple.co/EpcotFestival (Trial or subscription required.) As a reminder, here’s the incredible line-up of Disney on Broadway performances for 2019: January 18 to January 19, 2019 – Kerry Butler & Kevin Massey January 20 to January 21, 2019 – Meredith Inglesby & Steve Blanchard (NEW) January 22 to January 23, 2019 – Kerry Butler & Kevin Massey January 24 to January 25, 2019 – Meredith Inglesby & Steve Blanchard January 26, 2019 – Kerry Butler & Kevin Massey January 27, 2019 – Meredith Inglesby & Steve Blanchard January 28 to January 29, 2019 – Arielle Jacobs & Adam Jacobs (NEW) January 30 to January 31, 2019 – Heidi Blickenstaff & Gavin Lee (NEW) February 1 to February 2, 2019 – Arielle Jacobs & Adam Jacobs February 3 to February 4, 2019 – Heidi Blickenstaff & Gavin Lee February 5 to February 6, 2019 – Arielle Jacobs & Adam Jacobs February 7 to February 8, 2019 – Heidi Blickenstaff & Gavin Lee February 9, 2019 – Arielle Jacobs & Adam Jacobs February 10, 2019 – Heidi Blickenstaff & Gavin Lee February 11 to February 12, 2019 – Ashley Brown & Josh Strickland February 13 to February 14, 2019 – Kissy Simmons & Alton Fitzgerald White February 15 to February 16, 2019 – Ashley Brown & Josh Strickland February 17 to February 18, 2019 – Kissy Simmons & Alton Fitzgerald White February 19 to February 20, 2019 – Ashley Brown & Josh Strickland February 21 to February 22, 2019 – Kissy Simmons & Alton Fitzgerald White February 23, 2019 – Ashley Brown & Josh Strickland February 24, 2019 – Kissy Simmons & Alton Fitzgerald White February 25, 2019 – Ashley Brown, Josh Strickland, Kissy Simmons, Alton Fitzgerald White View the full article

Disney is revealing new ways we can join our favorite Super Heroes at Disney Parks around the globe, along with new concept art for upcoming Marvel attractions and experiences! Marvel Land Concept Art for Disneyland Paris ©Disney Scot Drake, Creative Executive for Walt Disney Imagineering’s Global Marvel Portfolio, shares how partners across Studios and Entertainment “are expanding this epic story universe in a way that, for the first time ever, will allow you to take on an active role alongside these Super Heroes.” The interconnected stories are, in some cases, already weaving together. Marvel Lands Artwork ©Disney “Today, to better defend the planet, the Avengers are setting up new Headquarters and technology sharing exchanges around the globe to empower and inspire all potential recruits willing to step up and become heroes.” In Disney California Adventure at Disneyland Resort, guests are already assisting the Guardians in their escape from the Collector’s Fortress in Guardians of the Galaxy — Mission: BREAKOUT! But still to come in both Disney California Adventure park and Disneyland Paris are new experiences with the heroes “from the mystic arts of Doctor Strange to the gravity-defying feats of Spider-Man. Guests will also experience the latest in Pym Technology with Ant-Man and Wasp and be wowed as Iron Man, Captain Marvel, Black Panther, Captain America and more leap into action on a moment’s notice.” Concept Art for Marvel Land coming to Disney California Adventure ©Disney “In California and Paris, Tony Stark is retrofitting two of his father’s Stark Industries sites into new hubs for training and innovation.” In Hong Kong Disneyland, guests are already “battling the forces of Hydra in the Iron Man Experience.” And beginning in March 2019, Ant Man and The Wasp: Nano Battle! will give guests the opportunity to team up with Ant-Man and Wasp against Arnim Zola and his army of Hydra Swarm-bots. Ant-Man and The Wasp: Nano Battle Concept Art ©Disney “Through partnerships with S.H.I.E.L.D., Pym Technologies, Masters of the Mystic Arts and the new Worldwide Engineering Brigade, The Avengers and their allies will forge new global campuses to champion the next generation of heroes. Who’s ready to answer the call?” Remember… Marvel Land Poster ©Disney RECRUITMENT BEGINS SOON! 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! What do you think of the latest glimpses of the new Marvel experiences? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: MARVEL-LAND Coming to Disneyland!! Disney Food Post Round-Up: November 14, 2010 Oogie Boogie Popcorn Bucket, NEW Hitchhiking Ghost Tiki Mugs, and MORE Lines To Get In This Halloween Season at Disney Parks View the full article

In our Disney Doodle series, our team of 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 Mulan and her sidekicks, Mushu and Crikee, would do if they had the chance to visit Disney’s Hollywood Studios. According to Ashley, the trio may seek out some illuminating nighttime entertainment. “Mulan, Mushu and Crikee love setting off fireworks, so it’s easy to imagine them enjoying the bright nighttime ‘Jingle Bell, Jingle Bam!’ show at Disney Hollywood Studios!” Ashley said. View the full article

There was an idea. To bring together a group of remarkable people, to see if they could become something more. It was called the Avengers Initiative. That original idea has now evolved into a brand-new global Avengers Initiative. One that brings us—the next generation of remarkable people—together. To find our power and become something more. To see if we can work alongside the Avengers so we may all become stronger together. The Stark Expo in Hong Kong was to be a first step: A world exposition whose theme of ‘A Better Tomorrow Today,’ was meant to inspire and motivate through technological innovation. However, shortly after it opened, the Expo was attacked by the forces of Hydra. When even more powerful forces threatened the entire planet, the Avengers realized that the Earth needs more heroes. So today, to better defend the planet, the Avengers are setting up new Headquarters and technology sharing exchanges around the globe to empower and inspire all potential recruits willing to step up and become heroes. In California and Paris, Tony Stark is retrofitting two of his father’s Stark Industries sites into new hubs for training and innovation. Through partnerships with S.H.I.E.L.D., Pym Technologies, Masters of the Mystic Arts and the new Worldwide Engineering Brigade, The Avengers and their allies will forge new global campuses to champion the next generation of heroes. Who’s ready to answer the call? * * * As the creative executive for Walt Disney Imagineering’s Global Marvel Portfolio, my team and I are collaborating closely with our partners across Studios and Entertainment to create exciting experiences and attractions where you can join your favorite Super Heroes at Disney Parks and Resorts. Together, we are expanding this epic story universe in a way that, for the first time ever, will allow you to take on an active role alongside these Super Heroes. These interconnected stories are coming to life at our Disney Parks. In Hong Kong Disneyland, guests have already started battling the forces of Hydra in the Iron Man Experience. Beginning in March 2019, they will join Ant-Man and Wasp in a fight against Arnim Zola and his army of evil Hydra Swarm-bots in the all-new interactive attraction, Ant-Man and The Wasp: Nano Battle! In Disney California Adventure park, guests have been helping the Guardians escape the Collector’s Fortress in Guardians of the Galaxy — Mission: BREAKOUT! And soon, in both Disney California Adventure park and Disneyland Paris, guests will encounter the heroes in new and exciting ways, from the mystic arts of Doctor Strange to the gravity-defying feats of Spider-Man. Guests will also experience the latest in Pym Technology with Ant-Man and Wasp and be wowed as Iron Man, Captain Marvel, Black Panther, Captain America and more leap into action on a moment’s notice. Get ready to assemble alongside Earth’s Mightiest Heroes to protect the world! Recruitment begins soon! View the full article

Don’t forget… ’tis the season for collectors to visit Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto where this year’s version of the Holiday Elephant Tiki Mug is currently available! ©Disney This is the second edition of the Holiday Elephant Tiki Mug, and the photo comes from @WDWToday on Twitter (You can see last year’s version of the Holiday Elephant here.) @WDWToday on Twitter As always, the key phrase is “while supplies last,” so be sure to step inside the Grog Grotto as soon as you can if you’d like one! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2018 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2018 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What’s New!! chapter for the 2018 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World’s busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And of course we’ll tell you where to eat! ;-D Order your 2018 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don’t love it, you get your money back! Do you collect the souvenir glasses from Trader Sam’s? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: #OnTheList: Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Grab an Anniversary Cupcake at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto… But ACT FAST! NEWS! Limited Edition Hatbox Ghost Tiki Mug Spotted at Disney World’s Trader Sam’s, Plus a New Drink! View the full article

If you’re planning a trip to Disney World in the near future, be sure to include a coat on your packing list. The cooler temperatures have indeed arrived to Central Florida, and with some days topping out in the 60s (and even dipping into the 40s some nights), you may also be tempted to warm up here and there with a toasty beverage. And Disney Springs has some new ways you can do that! For instance, you can now grab Mulled Wine at Wine Bar George. Mulled Wine at Wine Bar George @DisneySprings Twitter And through December 31st (while supplies last) you can enjoy a complimentary mulled wine with the purchase of a $30 Corkcicle. Vivoli il Gelato is even warming up scoops of their cold treat with the new Hot Chocolate Affogato! Hot Chocolate Affogato at Vivoli il Gelato @DisneySprings Twitter Affogato means “drowned” in Italian, and while we’ve tried Espresso Affogato at a few places in Disney World, this new twist at Vivoli il Gelato pours Italian Hot Chocolate over your choice of two gelato flavors. CHEERS to the holidays… and stay warm out there! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2018 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2018 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What’s New!! chapter for the 2018 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World’s busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And of course we’ll tell you where to eat! ;-D Order your 2018 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don’t love it, you get your money back! Which would you like to try: Mulled Wine or Hot Chocolate Affogato? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: What’s New in Disney Springs! August 10, 2018 Top 5 Can’t-Miss Eating Experiences Coming to Disney Parks in 2017 DFB Video: 15 New Disney Restaurants to Try in 2018 View the full article

Last week we shared a birds-eye view of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland, where construction of the Millennium Falcon appears to have reached completion. And now, we have a from-the-ground perspective to share thanks to @DisneyParks on Twitter! ©Disney from @DisneyParks on Twitter Isn’t she something? @DisneyParks on Twitter YOU will get to take control of the Millennium Falcon in one of three unique flight crew roles when the attraction, Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run opens in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in both Disneyland and Disney World in 2019. And you can get a sneak peek of the adventures to come on Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run in this video by Disney Parks. Find out everything we know about Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run here! And visit our Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Page for more information! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! The 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, is now available for Pre-Order! With more than 750 pages, the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 20+ years of visits. We’ve done the research for you, so you’ll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family’s needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you’ll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to pre-order your copy of the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2019 to save 25% today! But there’s MORE! Just like all DFB pre-order deals — when you pre-order your DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, 2019 Edition today for 25% off the cover price, you’ll also get our fully updated 2018 Edition for FREE immediately, so you can start planning TODAY! Use code WDW2019 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price, AND get the 2018 edition for free! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you excited to control the Millennium Falcon? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: OGA’S CANTINA to Serve Up Drinks and Entertainment in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge!! New Details Revealed for Millennium Falcon Attraction Coming to 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! View the full article

According to The Orange County Register, Disneyland has been revoking annual passes of passholders who buy park merchandise, then resell the items to individuals or online. Santa Alien Popcorn Buckets sell out quickly in Disneyland and Disney World The Orange County Register states that this news is “according to observers and people who say it happened to them.” The report continues that “observers say that Disney appears to have aggressively targeted these resellers, canceling their annual passes under a provision in the passholder contract that bans people from using their discounts and then reselling items they purchased inside the parks.” Holiday Mickey Light Up Straw Individual accounts, specifically those of guests who operated personal shopping businesses, can be read here. The article also discusses those referred to as flippers —“someone who buys items on spec and then resells on auction sites.” The Orange County Resister contacted Disney for comment and received the following response: “Park Rules and Annual Pass Terms and Conditions are in place to help protect the experience for all of our Guests.” Presumably, part of protecting the experience for all guests by such measures may keep incredibly sought after items from being purchased in large quantities for the sole purpose of reselling. Rose Gold Minnie Ears were incredibly popular — and sold out numerous times — in Disney World and Disneyland in 2017 and 2018. While purchase limits are often placed on items which Disney anticipates being exceptionally popular, often these limits are set per transaction (as opposed to per individual), and those with a goal of reselling may not be deterred by making multiple transactions. What do you think of this developing story? Let us know in the comments. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Source: The Orange County Register Related posts: Review: BBQ Crunch Dog and Fried Bananas at Award Wieners in Disney California Adventure Everything You Need to Know about Disneyland’s Pixar Fest! PLUS a Printable Pixar Fest Food Checklist! Sneak Pre-BOO! Halloween Time in Disneyland Begins September 7th! View the full article

Happy weekend! Here’s all the Disney food news this week! Loaded Mickey Waffles Disneyland’s Festival of Holidays started is ON, and we have ALL the menus! Start planning what you’re going to eat before you go! And check out our BEST of the Fest here! Epcot’s Festival of the Holidays is in full swing and we have all the menus! Check them out before you go! And, check out our Best of the Fest too! We have a lot to share with you this week, so let’s jump right in… Disney Food News Check out 2019 Disney Dining Plan restaurants. We shared the narrator change for the Candlelight Processional on December 24 and 25! We reviewed the Disney After Hours at the Animal Kingdom! Find out who is the new executive chef at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin. We shared our 25 favorite Disney cupcakes for this year. Get the details on celebrating the Lunar New Year at Disneyland! Check out the dates for the 2019 Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival. We have details on the 2019 Garden Rocks Concert Series at the Flower and Garden Festival. We reviewed the 12 Beers of Christmas at Morimoto Asia. We shared details on an exclusive shopping event for Annual Passholders. Check out the new Tasting Sampler coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom. We spotted new Starbucks tumblers at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Check out the menu changes and new items at Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’! Napolini has reopened in Disneyland’s Downtown Disney District. Chinese Chili Popcorn is now available at Tokyo Disney! Check out the construction pins guests are getting at Coronado Springs and Caribbean Beach Resort! We shared details on the Incredible New Year’s Eve party at PCH Grill. Check out the new seasonal cupcake at Epcot’s Sunshine Seasons. The Millennium Falcon has landed at Disneyland. Loaded Mickey Waffles have returned to Roaring Fork at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge! You can design your own bake box at Sprinkles right now. And check out the seasonal cupcake flavors! Wine Bar George celebrated National Cookie Day with a special cookie. We reviewed new menu items and cocktails at Raglan Road in Disney Springs! Satu’li Canteen changes its menu – where’d the Cheeseburger Pods go? Two new seasonal treats are on the menu at Vivoli il Gelato in Disney Springs. We shared the best treats to eat at Flurry of Fun in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Check out our review of the Holiday Cheesesteak Dog in Disneyland. New DFB YouTube videos: The Worst Disney Advice You’ll Get, Six Things That Are Way Better in Disneyland than Disney World, and Our Favorite and Least Favorite Fast Food Spots in Epcot. New DFB Video — The Worst Disney Advice You’ll Get 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 — The Worst Disney Advice You’ll Get — and don’t forget to subscribe here.  Deal of the Week: Pre-Order the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining It’s time to pre-order the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2019 e-book! Pre-Order with code WDW2019 TODAY to get: 1. 25% OFF your pre-order purchase with code WDW2019! And… 2. The fully updated 2018 Edition of the Guide immediately for FREE. Just use code WDW2019 at checkout! (We’ll send the 2019 Edition directly to your inbox as soon as it’s published after the New Year.) Just like all DFB pre-order deals — when you pre-order your DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining e-Book, 2019 Edition today for 25% off the cover price (with code WDW2019…did we mention that?), you’ll also get our 2018 Edition immediately for FREE, so you can start planning TODAY! With over 700 pages of full-color photos, tips on the best restaurants, an ENTIRE chapter on snacks — including the best snack credit values throughout the parks and resorts — and a full break-down of whether the Disney Dining Plan is worth it for your family, now’s the time to get started! What’s in the DFB Guide? The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of ALL the information you need to plan the BEST Disney World vacation. We keep ALL of our DFB Guides fully updated — which means the 2018 edition is up-to-date RIGHT NOW and the 2019 Edition will have even MORE new changes when it’s published after the New Year! This means when you pre-order the 2019 edition today you’re getting TWO fully-updated DFB Guides for the PRICE OF ONE! We want your vacation to be stress-free! The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full to overflowing with tools and features to make your trip go smoothly, including: A 5-Step Strategy for Disney Dining Planning, covering everything you need to know from budgeting and booking to kids’ meals, dining discounts, and fireworks. A comprehensive and in-depth look at EVERY Disney World restaurant, kiosk, bar, and lounge, including our personal tips to ensure a positive and stress-free dining experience. Four free, downloadable worksheets for planning your trip. These worksheets are designed to help you execute all the steps of planning the perfect Disney dining experience. And they’re reusable for all of your future trips! Seven sample one-day dining itineraries for a head-start on planning. A comprehensive index of bars and lounges WITH reviews. An often under-appreciated option for both dining and entertainment, the e-Book devotes a whole index to the topic. The ability to be read on your mobile device or computer! It’s fully portable right in your pocket! Here’s Just Some Of What We’ll Have Updated In Our 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining e-Book: Fully updated menus, prices, and restaurant info for 2019 visitors Updated details about available discounts and deals at Disney World restaurants DFB’s own 2019 recommendations for everything from table service to counter service to snacks and more Over 700 pages of updated Disney Dining advice, details, and information Disney Dining Plan Analysis — Is it right for your family? Can you really save money? NEW Disney food and restaurant photos Updated reviews of all Disney World restaurants, kiosks, bars, and lounges including all new eateries An updated chapter focused on one of the most popular Disney dining topics: Snacks in the theme parks and resorts A comprehensive section of What’s NEW in Disney Food, including new restaurants, new menus, restaurant closures, and more You can pre-order your copy today for 25% off the cover price and get the 2018 Edition immediately for FREE!! Just use code WDW2019! The 2019 Edition will be emailed to you as soon as it’s published in early 2019. DFB Reader Finds If you find a fun new food — or other edible awesomeness — in or around Disney, share a photo with us on instagram, facebook, or twitter so we can add it to our DFB Reader Finds each Sunday. We LOVE the Gideon’s Bakehouse Cookies at The Polite Pig in Disney Springs, and DFB fan Randi Tollner shared this one with us. (OK, she just shared the picture .. but it’s the thought that counts!) The BEST cookie in Disney World! Territory Lounge in Disney’s Wilderness Lodge is a great spot to grab a drink, relax, and escape for a bit. And it’s also home to the incredible Oregon Chardonnay Fondue! DFB reader Lisa Gilmore says “Struck gold again thanks to thanks to Disney Food Blog recommendation of the Oregon Chardonnay Fondue Territory Lounge!” Worth a trip to Wilderness Lodge! Do you have a favorite Disney Food find? Share a photo with us on instagram, facebook, or twitter so we can add it to our DFB Reader Finds On to the Round-Up! Mickey Fix shared this classic Mickey Waffle Maker! WDW for Grownups took a look at all the gingerbread displays at Disney World. Tasty shared a recipe for Gingerbread Wookie Cookies. Disney Parks Blog shared a recipe from the Feast of the Three Kings booth at the Epcot Festival of the Holidays. 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: What’s New Around Walt Disney World: October 20, 2016 What’s New Around Walt Disney World: December 20, 2016 Disney Food News This Week: Cauldrons, Kringla, Christmas, and MORE! September 2, 2018 View the full article