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The Plaza Restaurant in Magic Kingdom is wishing “A Very Merry Un-birthday to You“! Plaza Sign It doesn’t matter when your birthday is with this shake, grab yourself a Happy Birthday button and celebrate! Un-Birthday Milkshake ©Disney With an abundance of sprinkles in the milkshake plus whipped cream and two mini cupcake Birthday cakes this is a party in a sprinkle-rimmed sundae glass! And, don’t those mini birthday cakes remind you of someone who is turning 90 this year? Yes, Mickey Mouse! Who is celebrating his milestone with a brand new coffee blend from Joffrey’s! How do you celebrate your birthday, or un-birthday, in Disney? Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don’t Miss Out on the ALL the Best Snacks Walt Disney World Has to Offer! Get four awesome e-Books FULL of Disney park dining advice, bundled for 30% off the already discounted price! Yep, we’ve scoured the parks to find any and all snack choices — from the mundane to the spectacular — and we tell you all about them (with full-color pictures!) in our snack guides! These are updated every year, so you know your guide will be perfect for your upcoming trip, and they’re bundled with our DFB Guide to WDW Dining! This money-saving bundle includes all of the following: The 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining The DFB Guide to Magic Kingdom Snacks The DFB Guide to Epcot Snacks The DFB Guide to Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios Snacks All four are being sold together — for 30% off the already hugely discounted bundle price. Use code BUNDLE18 at check out to get the discount. It’s a $63 value for under $30!! With this Bundle of e-books you’ll have everything you need at your fingertips to plan the best Disney World vacation ever. And with our handy e-book format, you can download the Guides to all of your electronic devices and take them with you wherever you go! And with our 100% money-back guarantee, what do you have to lose? Related posts: Our Favorite Magic Kingdom Restaurants Disney Food Challenge: The Disney World French Fry Crawl! DFB Video: 7 New Things You HAVE to Try in Disney World RIGHT NOW View the full article

A smorgasbord of merchandise awaits guests at the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival now through Nov. 12, 2018. Throughout the celebrated 75-day event, guests will have a chance to meet their favorite celebrity chefs, try a new Food & Beverage Pairing in the Festival Center each Friday through Sunday, and get their gourmet groove on at nightly Eat to the Beat Concert Series shows. This year, special event merchandise invites “foodies” to bring home merchandise that is useful around the kitchen. “Products are both commemorative and functional,” explained Cathy Dawson, Product Developer for Merchandise Special Events. “These items will assist guests with recreating the tasting-around-the-world experience at home especially when paired with a Festival cookbook.” From tabletop to kitchen products, artwork on many cream-and-wine colored items show Chef Mickey Mouse exploring the Festival. New merchandise includes a ceramic pie plate, wooden pepper mill, bottle-shaped cutting board, and a serving dish that gives a nod to the one and only Mouse. Beloved artwork from last year’s event returns on new merchandise. Foodie Figment shares his culinary love on apparel, drinkware, and coasters; while Chef Remy from Disney•Pixar’s “Ratatouille” appears on aprons, kitchenware, ornaments and more. “The [Figment and Remy] merchandise was a tremendous hit with guests last fall, so it was important we include them in this year’s assortment. The Remy-themed measuring spoons look adorable, and they are useful for would-be chefs,” continued Cathy. For craft beer lovers, the “Brews Around the World” collection features must-have apparel, barware, and accessories. Grab a coaster that doubles as an opener or display favorite bottle caps on a lettered sign. Guests planning the perfect outfit for a stroll around World Showcase can pair trendy apparel, such as a Spirit Jersey or cork-inspired headband, with a stylish handbag by Dooney & Bourke. Annual Passholders will discover an exclusive handbag design along with several other treasures including a Raglan T-shirt, drinkware, and a limited release pin shaped like Spaceship Earth. Pin collectors will delight with limited edition pins of kitchen-inspired scenes, from Snow White baking a personalized pie for Grumpy to Timon and Simba enjoying grubs. A four-pin set offers an easy way to add a splash of the Festival to any outfit. Look for these items and more, including the fan-favorite Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak scavenger hunt, at the Festival Center located adjacent to Mission: SPACE, and in select merchandise locations throughout Epcot. View the full article

Maybe you’ve heard the whispers this week, the whispers of folks saying that the crowds are thin at our theme parks right now. Something like “It was practically walk-on to everything … except Pandora.” And while experts have said repeatedly, and we at the Sentinel have quoted them, that there... View the full article

Sometimes Lillian Vazquez worked 100 hours a week at Animal Kingdom, arriving before the sun rose and leaving at midnight. She couldn’t survive without overtime; a regular shift was not enough, so she worked seven days a week. On Thursday night, Vazquez celebrated with a few hundred union workers... View the full article

Sometimes Lillian Vazquez worked 100 hours a week at Animal Kingdom, arriving before the sun rose and leaving at midnight. She couldn’t survive without overtime; a regular shift was not enough, so she worked seven days a week. On Thursday night, Vazquez celebrated with a few hundred union workers... View the full article

Tonight’s “After Dark” image was snapped at Shanghai Disneyland at dusk. Here, the lovely sky and the park’s amazing Enchanted Storybook Castle light up the horizon. The park’s castle features four magnificent mosaics that depict the tales of Tiana, Merida, Rapunzel, and Elsa & Anna. Inside, guests have plenty to do and see, including dining at Royal Banquet Hall, greeting Disney characters, and undergoing their own transformations at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique. Enchanted Storybook Castle is also home to the Voyage of the Crystal Grotto attraction – and serves as a lovely backdrop for the park’s nighttime spectacular, “Ignite the Dream – A Nighttime Spectacular of Magic and Light.” Is visiting Shanghai Disneyland on your bucket list? View the full article

If you’re visiting Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe in Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland, you may want to utilize Mobile Order while you’re there. Cosmic Ray’s Sign Why? Because the service — which allows you to pre-order and pre-pay for your food at select Counter Service restaurants — can be quite the timesaver. Cosmic Ray’s, in particular, though, seems to always have a little Mobile Order special up its sleeve. For instance, this morning we shared the latest Mobile Order Secret Menu item at Cosmic Ray’s with you: Galaxy Loaded Fries. Galaxy Loaded Fries screenshot But we couldn’t resist giving them a try, too! After all, they’re the latest in the line of cheese puff-topped snacks currently taking over Disney World! Galaxy Loaded Fries Yep, the Galaxy Loaded Fries are topped with bacon, pico relish, garlic ranch sauce, and cheese sauce… PLUS more than just a “dusting” of Flaming Hot Cheese Dust! Galaxy Loaded Fries The bright red hue sure makes these look like something Sonny Eclipse himself — your singing host at Cosmic Ray’s — would enjoy! Galaxy Loaded Fries The bacon, ranch and cheese sauce — and even the pico, in a way — resemble another Magic Kingdom dish… Loaded Plaza Fries (also known as Figaro Fries) at the Plaza Restaurant. So thanks to the Loaded Plaza Fries, we’ve established that ranch, cheese sauce, tomato, and bacon already make a solid combo. Galaxy Loaded Fries And, surprisingly, the Flaming Hot Cheese Dust is a fun complement to the mix! Now, we know everyone defines spicy differently based on tolerance levels, but we didn’t find the “dust” to be all that flaming hot. It was more of a fun accent to the bunch (it also helped that the pico relish was pretty tasty, to boot). Galaxy Loaded Fries Things do tend to change on the Mobile Order Secret Menu for Cosmic Ray’s with some frequency, so get the Galaxy Loaded Fries while you can if you’d like to try them! But if you miss these, be sure to check Mobile Order to find out what’s next when you’re at Cosmic Ray’s! Find out how to use Mobile Order in Disney World here! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Details! The 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, is now available! With more than 650 pages, the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 20+ years of visits. We’ve done the research for you, so you’ll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family’s needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you’ll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2018 to save 25% today! Use code WDW2018 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Would you like to try the Galaxy Loaded Fries? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Check Out the Latest Secret Menu Item in Magic Kingdom! Review: Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe at Magic Kingdom WUT?!?: Warm Salted Caramel Stuffed Pretzel Now at The Lunching Pad in Magic Kingdom View the full article

Halloween is in full swing at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom, and during Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, guests get to enjoy a special fireworks and projection show: HalloWishes! And for guests who want to plus-up their HalloWishes experience, there’s the HalloWishes Dessert Party! Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Now you know I like a dessert party, having enjoyed the Happily Ever After Dessert Party — once for the before fireworks experience and once for the after party. And we’ve been getting a LOT of reader questions about the HalloWishes edition of the Magic Kingdom dessert party. So while I didn’t attend the HalloWishes Dessert Party this year, I had to grab some pics for you! Luckily the cast members were kind enough to let me take a few shots! HalloWishes Fireworks Dessert Party Here is a photo tour of the HalloWishes Dessert Party treats! Most of them will look familiar because they’re smaller versions of the tasty treats we tried during Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party back on its first night! First up: Worms ‘n Dirt! (This is basically chocolate pudding, chocolate cake crumbles, gummy worms, and a Master Gracey white chocolate tombstone!) Worms ‘n Dirt These are a familiar contribution to a Disney dessert party: Chocolate-Covered Strawberries! But in this case, they’re spookified with Halloween sprinkles. Chocolate-Covered Strawberries with Halloween Sprinkles You already know how I feel about this Poison Apple Cupcake. If not, peep the DFB Instagram! Poison Apple Cupcake Totally cute Oogie Boogie Meringues! Oogie Boogie Meringue Madame Leota is back as a tart here as well (minus the cool crystal globe that you get when you purchase the full size edition at Liberty Square Market). Madame Leota Tart Jack Skellington‘s push-pop has been transformed into a cup. He’s just as skellington-y. Jack Skellington Cupcake And some classic chocolate bark that’s ready for it’s Halloween close up! Halloween Chocolate Bark And finally: Doom Buggy Puffs. Doom Buggy Puff The HalloWishes Fireworks Dessert Party takes place at Tomorrowland Terrace, just as the Happily Ever After parties do. The cost is $84 for guests 10 and up and $50 for guests 3-9 years old. So it’s not cheap — particularly since you’ve already paid for the party. But if you plan on trying all the Party treats anyway and want to be sure you’ve go a decent view of HalloWishes, it might just work out for you! Wondering whether we think the Dessert Parties are worth the $$$? Watch our video here to see what we think is the best bang for your buck when it comes to Dessert Parties! See EVERYTHING You Need to Know About Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party this year in the video below!  What’s your favorite dessert party at Walt Disney World? Tell us in the comments! Related posts: Ultimate Guide to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party in Disney World Review! Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Treats (with Haunted Mansion Portrait Desserts!) 21 Myths About Walt Disney World Food DEBUNKED View the full article

Jack-Jack has escaped again – this time to Costa Mesa, California! Overnight on Aug. 31, the Disneyland Resort Design & Engineering team took 8,900 ordinary canned goods and transformed them into a towering 10-foot Jack-Jack and his cookie num nums from Disney∙Pixar’s “Incredibles 2” for the 11th annual CANstruction Orange County. Disney VoluntEARS designed Jack-Jack over a six-month period. He will be on display at South Coast Plaza in September before the food is donated to the Orange County Food Bank. CANstruction Orange County features the creative structures of local architectural design firms, and the design-build competition also takes place at John Wayne Airport and the Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC). “We utilize the talents of graphic designers, architects, engineers and we develop some other specialized skills to accomplish our finished sculpture,” said Andy Flores, an associate engineer at Disneyland Resort. The competition is a unique way to give back. “Could we just donate a huge pile of cans? Sure. But doing it this way – it increases public awareness. It shows people how big the need really is, and hopefully, we can make a bigger difference than just the cans we donate,” said Disneyland Resort Staff Engineer Tim Angers. Supporters can vote for their favorite structures online for $1 per vote with proceeds going to the Orange County Food Bank. Over the past 11 years, Disneyland Resort has provided the OC Food Bank with more than 69,000 meals for the local community through CANstruction Orange County. “Disney cast members have helped educate people about the issue of hunger in a creative and compelling manner through magical and visually stunning structures that have entertained people,” said Mark Lowry, director of the OC Food Bank. “Most importantly, they have provided additional food to expand the capacity of the OC Food Bank to combat hunger.” To vote for your favorite CANstruction Orange County structures, visit: http://canstructionoc.org/vote/ View the full article

Heigh Ho from Pinocchio Village Haus in Fantasyland! This Magic Kingdom Counter Service spot features an Italian menu served up in Old World German architecture. (You can read a little more about the story behind the setting here.) Pinocchio Village Haus The primary focus on the menu is an assortment of Flatbreads with traditional topping options like Pepperoni, Sausage, and Caprese. But the featured Flatbread of the Month has brought some unexpected hits like November’s Thanksgiving Flatbread and last month’s ridiculously yummy Bacon Macaroni & Cheese Flatbread. So we wanted to let you in on September’s Featured Flatbread: it’s Scrambled Egg Flatbread! Scrambled Egg Flatbread Topped with scrambled eggs, cheddar cheese, bacon, and sausage gravy, it further proves that you can expect the unexpected when it comes to the Featured Flatbread at Pinocchio Village Haus! Another fun find at Pinocchio’s is the new Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Souvenir Mug. (Now you know where that “Heigh Ho” greeting came from!) Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Mug It’s served with your choice of fountain beverage for $10.28 or a Frozen Slush for $13.48. Though the style resembles the Refillable Resort Mugs, alas… this one’s not refillable. But with Mickey and the gang on board, it sure is cute! 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 Details! The 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, is now available! With more than 650 pages, the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 20+ years of visits. We’ve done the research for you, so you’ll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family’s needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you’ll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2018 to save 25% today! Use code WDW2018 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Would you like to try the Scrambled Egg Flatbread? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: What’s NEW at Magic Kingdom: New Starbucks Mugs, Candy Corn Sundae, and MORE Cookie Sundae is BACK…but, Different…at Storybook Treats in Disney World Check Out Two NEW (But Nostalgic!) Treats at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom… View the full article

Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs’ Town Center is helping us welcome fall with some sweet treats perfect for the harvest and Halloween seasons! Amorette’s Patisserie This trip to Amorette’s included the Fall Harvest Petit Cake and a too-cute Mickey Pumpkin Macaron. Just as with all the baked goods here, besides looking picture perfect, they were delicious as well. Fall Harvest Petit Cake The Fall Harvest Petit Cake was introduced this week as part of Disney Springs’ WonderFall Flavors program. Fall Harvest Petit Cake This Petit Cake is made up with a cinnamon and nutmeg chiffon cake, layered with Calvados salted caramel mousse, cranberry cherry pate de fruit, and roasted hazelnuts. The description alone screams “fall”, and the taste didn’t disappoint. Fall Harvest Petit Cake You can see the layers of cake are clearly defined with the layers of mousse. The crunch of the hazelnuts offered a different texture and also helped cut the sweetness of the cake. The cranberry cherry pate de fruit is a perfect reminder of Thanksgiving dinner. The flavors really combine together well to create a balanced, and not-to-sweet indulgence. And while the flavors of the Petit Cake reminded us of Thanksgiving dinner, this Mickey Pumpkin Macaron reminded us 100% of pumpkin pie. Mickey Pumpkin Macaron Mickey Pumpkin Macaron The flavors were pumpkin pie spice and with a hint of caramel. We did find that on a humid Central Florida day the chocolate ears and face didn’t last too long! Mickey Pumpkin Macaron Be sure to check out all of the locations participating in the WonderFall Flavors program at Disney Springs starting September and running through November 6. If you enjoyed this Disney Springs dining update check out all of our Food Tour Videos. Here’s our Disney Springs Town Center Food Tour (including Amorette’s Patisserie!):  Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Ready to Plan for Your 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Trip? Order the DFB Guide to the 2018 Epcot Food & Wine Festival e-Book today, and start planning your visit! This 250+-page guide to the Festival offers insider tips and advice as well as all of the details you need to know to plan your best Festival visit ever. Your purchase includes several bonus items as well — including a full daily schedule of events at the Festival and a printable World Showcase Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! Order your 2018 edition today! Don’t miss a moment of the fun! Use code Chefs at check-out for a 20% off the cover price! Related posts: “Cool” Summer Themed Dome Cake and MORE at Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs Dole Whip Eclair Debuts In Disney Springs! News: Free Pastry with Purchase of a Caricature at Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs! View the full article

You may have already learned how you can Paint Your Own Wine Glasses at AbracadaBar on Disney World’s BoardWalk. And if that sparked your artistic interest, you may want to know about even more Paint/Make Your Own opportunities happening on Disney World’s BoardWalk! Disney’s BoardWalk Two more opportunities are available in addition to Wine Glass Painting for Experiences on the Boards, and they also happen to take place at BoardWalk dining locations. Experiences on the Boards The instructor-led Canvas Painting on the Boards is held at Trattoria al Forno from 1:00 – 3:00 PM on September 4th and 18th and 11th and 25th (each pair of dates offers a different art piece to paint). Canvas Painting on the Boards Canvas Painting on the Boards is $50, and interested guests for this limited space event may pre-register at the BoardWalk’s Community Hall. Design Your Own Wire Mickey Ears is offered on Sundays from 5:00 – 7:00 pm in Belle Vue Lounge, and on Wednesdays from 1:00 – 3:00 pm at Trattoria al Forno! Design Your Own Mickey Ears Design Your Own Wire Mickey Ears is $25, and interested guests for this limited space event may pre-register at the BoardWalk’s Community Hall. And, as a reminder, Wine Glass Painting on the Boards at AbracadaBar is offered on Thursdays throughout September starting today! Wine Glass Painting Wine Glass Painting on the Boards is $50, and interested guests for this limited space event may pre-register at the BoardWalk’s Community Hall. 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! Which one would you like to attend? Please let us know with comment! Related posts: DFB’s Top 10 Disney Food News Stories of 2016 News: Trattoria al Forno Bon Voyage Character Breakfast Starting April 2nd Review: New Rapunzel Bon Voyage Character Breakfast in Disney World View the full article

BOO from Prince Eric’s Village Market in Magic Kingdom’s New Fantasyland! Prince Eric’s Village Market Does that seem like an odd greeting from this location themed to The Little Mermaid (and located directly across from the Under the Sea — Journey of the Little Mermaid attraction)? Well, let me explain… Prince Eric is currently serving up Witch’s Frozen Brew — along with a few other new items — for the season! Prince Eric’s Village Market Menu Guests have long been able to grab a refreshing frozen slush at Prince Eric’s. But the Witch’s Frozen Brew takes two frozen slush favorites — Frozen Lemonade AND Frozen Coca-Cola — and swirls them with a whole bunch of the spot’s recently added flavored syrups! Witch’s Frozen Brew The included flavors from the recently added selections are Monin Cherry, Granny Smith Apple, Watermelon, and Red Passion Fruit Syrups. Witch’s Frozen Brew The flavors are layered (before they start to blend by melting, that is) moving from tart to fruity to super sweet… all in one drink! And it’s so fun how the Coca-Cola layer on top makes it look as though the witch’s brew is bubbling over. Witch’s Frozen Brew Also new to the menu is a rather unexpected Sweet Thai Chili Shrimp. Sweet Thai Chili Shrimp Served cold, this dish tops the shrimp with vegetable slaw and a ginger vinaigrette. The poached shrimp are seasoned with salt and lemon, and tossed in a chili mayo and garnished with black sesame seeds. Sweet Thai Chili Shrimp The chili mayo may sound spicy, but it really offers just the slightest hint of heat, while the airy, textured puffs (similar to a rice puff) lend no flavor and offer a nice, simple crunch instead. Overall, the chilled dish ends up being suprisingly refreshing while Orlando’s hot temperatures hold strong throughout September. And look what else swam in! Remember the impending arrival of the Mermaid Donut we mentioned a few weeks ago? It’s here! Mermaid Donut White chocolate “treasures from Ariel’s Grotto” and sprinkles top the cake donut and purple icing for your Little Mermaid fan (or for your Instagram). It’s well worth keeping an eye out for the latest offerings at Prince Eric’s Village Market, where they’ve proved once again that you never know quite what you’ll find! You’ll find Prince Eric’s Village Market in Magic Kingdom’s New Fantasyland. Take a Food Tour to see ALL the eats in the area in our DFB YouTube Video! Which new treat would you like to try at Prince Eric’s Village Market? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Flavored Frozen Cokes Debut at Prince Eric’s Village Market in Magic Kingdom The Mermaid Donut Will Soon Be Making a Splash in Disney World! Review: Sweets Eats at Gaston’s Tavern in the Magic Kingdom! View the full article

It has been a whole week since Aella (pronounced eye-la), a two-month-old Masai giraffe joined her mom Lily on the Kilimanjaro Safaris savanna for the first time, and she’s drawing lots of “ooohhs” and “ahhhs” from guests who spot her during their safari adventure. Aella is a welcome addition to the herd, and her arrival marks another success for our dedicated animal care team. Aella’s parents – Lily and George – were chosen to breed through the Species Survival Plan (SSP), which is overseen by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and ensures responsible breeding of threatened and endangered species. Our cast members are equally as excited as our guests when seeing Aella – in fact, some even get emotional because they develop strong bonds with the animals they care for and the ones they see each day. One great example is Kelly Waldo, a Wild Africa Trek excursion guide. Each day, Kelly takes guests on an exclusive tour of the savanna, sharing fun facts about the animals and how Disney is helping save them in the wild. She also takes lots of photos – both of the animals and the Wild Africa Trek guests. One of her favorite subjects is Lily, the first giraffe she could identify from the patterns on her chest. Kelly was there the first day Aella started exploring the savanna, and it was a moment she will never forget. View the full article

Vampirina (aka “Vee”), that lovable girl vampire from the hit Disney Junior series “Vampirina,” is making her Disney Parks debut this weekend, and today we’re giving you a first look at this fangtastic new Disney character! Starting today, Vampirina is stopping by Disneyland Resort for Halloween Time, meeting fans at Disney California Adventure park and getting ready to make a special appearance in the “Frightfully Fun Parade” during Mickey’s Halloween Party. We’re also happy to announce that Vampirina is on her way to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom Park! During the party, you can show off your best dance moves with Vee and other favorite Disney Junior pals at the all-new Storybook Circus Disney Junior Jam. And be sure to catch Vampirina’s official Disney Parks welcome as part of the live stream of Mickey’s “Boo to You” Halloween Parade on Sunday, September 9, at 9:20 p.m. Eastern/6:20 p.m. Pacific, right here on the Disney Parks Blog! Vampirina is bringing spooky fun everywhere she goes, from Transylvania to Pennsylvania … to Disney Parks! View the full article

The times — and the sights! — are changing in Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom! We’re taking you to three locations around Magic Kingdom today to show you how some areas have changed over a matter of days. Let’s start in Adventureland… Adventureland Entrance …where the walls and tarps that were previously surrounding the park’s Club 33 location have been removed! Magic Kingdom’s Club 33 Location Magic Kingdom’s Club 33 Location In case you missed it, last year Disney confirmed that each Disney World park would be getting its own exclusive-to-members-only Club 33 lounge. Magic Kingdom’s Club 33 Location It appears that the opening of the Magic Kingdom location is imminent. You can read more about Club 33 in Disney World here! Just steps away into Liberty Square, work continues on the Rivers of America, which guests typically traverse by way of the Liberty Square Riverboat when its in operation. Rivers of America Refurbishment An entire section of the Rivers of America has been drained for the extensive refurbishment, presenting quite the rare view of the inner workings! Drained Rivers of America And, finally, we’ll stop by none other than Cinderella Castle! The Castle itself may not look all that different at a glance, but you can see the crane peeking out from the surrounding construction walls. Crane by Cinderella Castle It’s in place to do its annual project of installing the sparkling Christmas lights on the Castle! Yep, it’s already that time of year when the Magic Kingdom elves start gearing up for the Holiday Season around here. No matter where you look, something is underway in Magic Kingdom! Find out about more recent changes all over Disney World that you should know about before your next visit in our DFB YouTube Video! What changes have you noticed in Disney World lately? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: What’s New at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom: March 8, 2018 Walt Disney World Club 33 Lounges May Be Opening Soon NEWS: Club 33 Sales Have Started for Walt Disney World Resort View the full article

Hi, there! We’re back with another DFB Video today, and we’re sharing thirteen cool things you may not have noticed in Walt Disney World! What Secret Does the Haunted Mansion hold? Even if you’ve visited Walt Disney World several times, there’s always something new to notice! And so many of them are thanks to the amazing details provided by Imagineers throughout Disney World tucked into attractions, restaurants, and more. We’re sharing thirteen of our favorites with you today 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: Did you notice anything new-to-you during your latest trip to Disney World? Related posts: DFB Video: 19 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do at Disney World DFB Video: Disney World Cupcake Challenge DFB Video: 11 Things I Miss When I’m Not in Disney World View the full article

Galaxy Loaded Fries have landed in Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland at Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe! Cosmic Ray’s Sign These fries are topped with bacon, pico relish, garlic ranch sauce, and cheese sauce. The final topping follows a trend we’ve noticed in Disney World as of late… it’s “Flaming Hot Cheese Dust”! Galaxy Loaded Fries screenshot From Cupcakes (!!) to Hot Dogs, cheese puffs have been spotted as the new topping du jour! So, how do you get the latest “Cheese Dust”-topped treat? As a heads up, you won’t find it on the regular menu at Cosmic Ray’s. But you WILL see it on the menu via the Mobile Order option on the My Disney Experience app as a Mobile Order Secret Menu item. Mobile Order Secret Menu Screenshot So now you know how to order up Loaded Galaxy Fries featuring the latest snacking trend! Find out how to use Mobile Order in Disney World here! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Details! The 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, is now available! With more than 650 pages, the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 20+ years of visits. We’ve done the research for you, so you’ll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family’s needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you’ll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2018 to save 25% today! Use code WDW2018 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you game to Mobile Order some Loaded Galaxy Fries? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: New Mobile Order SECRET MENU Item in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom Is This Secret Menu Item In Magic Kingdom Worth the Hype…and the PRICE? News: Limited Time HOLIDAY EATS at Counter Service Spots in Disney World View the full article

This week we were in search of seasonal treats and menu updates in the Art of Animation, Pop Century, All Star Music, All Star Sports, and All Star Movies resorts. Time to take a look at some spooky and seasonal updates and eats! Everything Pop Shopping and Dining Disney World All Star Sports Updates and Menu Changes We were so excited to find some of these fall-themed baked goods that we already wrote a post dedicated to them! They look super fun, but they actually taste pretty good, too! All Star Sports End Zone Food Court Pastry Case The seasonal options include a Day of the Dead Spiced Cupcake, White Chocolate Mousse Cake (with a pumpkin Mickey on it), and a Cookies and Cream Spider Web Cupcake. You’ll still find the Edible Cookie Dough here as well! Take a look at the Day of the Dead cupcake, and check out all of the other seasonal pastries here! Spiced Day of the Dead Cupcake Click here to see other Value Resort Seasonal Pastries! Bad news for smoothies fans, all Smoothies been removed from the menu. In addition, all gelato items are now made with ice cream. Beverage and Ice Cream Menu at All Star Sports End Zone Food Court Fans of the summer treat S’mores will notice that the S’mores Sundae and S’mores Bread Pudding have also been removed from the menus. Beverage and Ice Cream Menu at All Star Sports End Zone Food Court A new Gourmet Grilled Cheese has replaced the Brie and Apple Grilled Cheese Sandwich. The new sandwich is a combination of Provolone, Swiss, and White American Cheeses and served with Tomato Bisque Soup. Sandwich Menu at All Star Sports End Zone Food Court Work continues on the refurbishment of the seating area of the food court. If you are looking for seating head to the arcade area where additional seating has been set up until the refurbishment is complete. Temporary Seating for End Zone Food Court during Refurbishment Temporary Seating for End Zone Food Court during Refurbishment If you’re spending the day at the pool the Grandstand Spirits Pool Bar‘s Bartender’s Featured Drink is a Frozen Black Cherry Lemonade. Grandstand Spirits Pool Bar’s Bartender’s Featured Drink is a Frozen Black Cherry Lemonade Disney World All Star Music Updates and Menu Changes How happy were we to see Honey Buns back on the menu at Intermission Food Court! Honey Buns at All Star Music Intermission Food Court In addition, we found the same seasonal cupcakes in the pastry case as we found at All Star Sports – plus edible cookie dough and those picture-perfect Dole Whip cupcakes! All Star Music Intermission Food Court Pastry Case All Star Music Intermission Food Court Pastry Case The cute unicorn cupcakes are still here, and a new Chef’s Special cupcake looks like it’s inspired by Ariel the Little Mermaid! All Star Music Intermission Food Court Pastry Case Take a look at the Pumpkin Cheesecake so pretty — and ready for Fall to arrive. Pumpkin Cheesecake at All Star Music Intermission Food Court Click here to see all of the other seasonal pastries at the Value Resorts! If you are fan of the Create-your-own Bowl concept be sure to explore all of the options with the remaining Southwest Bowl. The Asian, Greek, and Plant-Based Bowls have been removed, but some of the ingredient options from each of these are still available in the Southwest Bowl. Create-your-own Southwest Bowl at All Star Music Intermission Food Court If you’re looking for a re-usable straw as straws move to request only across the parks and resorts, Remy is here to help. This re-usable straw features everyone’s favorite chef, and the bottom of the straw doubles as a spoon! The straw costs $4.00. Remy Re-usable Straw at All Star Music Intermission Food Court Remy Re-usable Straw at All Star Music Intermission Food Court Remy Re-usable Straw at All Star Music Intermission Food Court Fans of create-your-own options need to head over to the Singing Spirits Pool Bar to create-your-own beer flight. Your four-selection flight is $11.00, and you have 16 beers to choose from. Create Your Own Beer Flight at All Star Music Singing Spirits Pool Bar Create Your Own Beer Flight at All Star Music Singing Spirits Pool Bar Disney World All Star Movies Updates and Menu Changes The World Premiere Food Court pastry case is packed with seasonal cupcakes, edible cookie dough and Dole Whip cupcakes. All Star Movies World Premiere Food Court Pastry Case Look at this ready-for-Halloween White Chocolate Mousse Indulgence Chocolate Cake. White Chocolate Mousse Chocolate Cake Click here to see all of the other seasonal pastries at the Value Resorts! Now, we aren’t certain any nutritionist would approve of this change – but the Create-your-Own Salad Bar is now a Create-your-Own Sundae Bar. Create-your-Own Yogurt Parfaits are still available in the morning. Create-your-Own Sundae Bar at All Star Movies World Premiere Food Court Create-your-Own Sundae Bar at All Star Movies World Premiere Food Court Create-your-Own Sundae Bar at All Star Movies World Premiere Food Court Create-your-Own Sundae Bar at All Star Movies World Premiere Food Court In the spirit of back-to-school there are two new seasonal milkshakes – the Nutto Professo (get it?) and the Nutty Pumpkin Coffee Milkshake. Seasonal Shakes On the savory side, there is a new Sriracha Pulled Pork Burger with cheese sauce (plastic cheese!) and fried onions. Sriracha Pulled Pork Burger at All Star Movies World Premiere Food Court Let’s say you’re relaxing at the Silver Screen Pool Bar and think “a Dole Whip would make this day perfect” — well now you can have a Pineapple Dole Whip Smoothie while taking in the sun! Pineapple Dole Whip Smoothie at All Star Movies Silver Screen Pool Bar What’s New at Pop Century Resort Pop Century’s Everything Pop Food Court is in on the seasonal baked goods as well as the All Star Resorts. Banana Split and Caramel Apple Monster Cupcakes at Pop Century’s Everything Pop Food Court Keep your eye out for this monster cupcake… Caramel Apple Monster Cupcake at Pop Century’s Everything Pop Food Court …and these Halloween cookies! Halloween Cookies at Pop Century’s Everything Pop Food Court The Turtle Brownie that was available occasionally was available as a Turtle Brookie when we were at Pop Century. Turtle Brookie at Pop Century’s Everything Pop Food Court FYI — a Brookie is basically a brownie/cookie combo. Turtle Brookie at Pop Century’s Everything Pop Food Court Here’s a fun way to get a re-usable Mickey Straw! These Fruit Loops Treats on a Mickey Straw are so colorful! Fruit Loops Treat at Pop Century’s Everything Pop Food Court Fruit Loops Treat at Pop Century’s Everything Pop Food Court In the spirit of fall you can now get Sam Adams Octoberfest on tap. Sam Adams Octoberfest at Pop Century’s Everything Pop Food Court Disney World’s Art of Animation Resort Updates and Menu Changes We didn’t find any new food at Landscape of Flavors Food Court, but we did stop by to check out the cute character waffles. These are SUPER adorable, and feature several of your favorite pixar characters! Character Waffles at Art of Animation’s Landscape of Flavors Food Court Despite not finding any new food in the food court, we did find this Mummy krispie treat in Ink and Paint Shop. Mummy Krispie Treat If you need a kick start in the morning take a look at this Lightning McQueen Mug. It is a bit heavy, so don’t know if we would use it for pens on our desks or for our coffee in the morning. Lightning McQueen Mug Lightning McQueen Mug As they say in the Movie business, “that’s a wrap”! But, before we leave you, don’t forget to check out our food tours on YouTube! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Ready to Plan for Your 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Trip? Order the DFB Guide to the 2018 Epcot Food & Wine Festival e-Book today, and start planning your visit! This 250+-page guide to the Festival offers insider tips and advice as well as all of the details you need to know to plan your best Festival visit ever. Your purchase includes several bonus items as well — including a full daily schedule of events at the Festival and a printable World Showcase Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! Order your 2018 edition today! Don’t miss a moment of the fun! Use code Chefs at check-out for a 20% off the cover price! Related posts: NEW! Fall Cupcakes and Treats Arrive at Disney World Resorts! News! Fun New Drinks and Shakes at Disney’s All Star Resorts What’s New at Animal Kingdom (Satu’li Menu Updates!) and the All-Star Resorts?? View the full article

There’s nothing more delicious than a day at the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival and with all there is to taste, you might need a free hand to try it all. Fortunately, Disney Gift Card is once again offering an assortment of limited release designs that pair perfectly with your food and wine. Chef Remy is ready to take you around World Showcase and Future World to explore culinary creations that are sure to inspire. Choose among three available designs featuring our little chef and wear a Disney Gift Card around your wrist for quick and easy payment at all the Global Marketplaces. Activate your card with as little as $15 and simply scan to pay for practically all things Disney throughout the festival and beyond! Also available at the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival this year is a special, limited-release $250 Disney Gift Card that comes with a coordinating lanyard and a special medallion featuring Chef Mickey himself! Exclusively designed to coordinate with festival merchandise, this commemorative Disney Gift Card design is all about our favorite mouse. More than just an accessory, this $250 Disney Gift Card can also be used to purchase all things Disney, including festival merchandise, food, and wine. If the festival leaves you hungry for more, your Disney Gift Card can be reloaded at Disney merchandise locations and used to continue to taste the best of the festival. When the festivities are over, you can continue using your card to purchase park tickets, hotel stays, entertainment, merchandise, dining, and more at Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Disney Cruise Line and beyond! These festival-themed Disney Gift Cards are currently available throughout Epcot as well as at select Epcot Resort area hotels while supplies last. View the full article

Today I’m thrilled to share that we will share “Mickey’s Boo-To-You” Halloween Parade live on our #DisneyParksLIVE stream series this Sunday, September 9 at 9:25 p.m. ET. The parade, which can only be enjoyed on Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party nights and is a highlight of the event, features Haunted Mansion-themed floats, appearances by Disney characters in Halloween costumes and much more…it’s really “not-so-scary”! To tune in, simply return to the Disney Parks Blog the night of the event. A fresh post will appear at the top of the blog for viewing – or you can watch on our Disney Parks Blog Facebook page or @DisneyParks on Twitter. In the meantime, tell us where you’re watching from in the comments section below. View the full article

Disney After Hours has been a huge hit with guests looking to maximize their time at Magic Kingdom Park when the sun goes down. Today we’re very excited to announce new dates available for purchase from December 3, 2018 to March 7, 2019. During this special ticketed event guests can get in as early as 7 p.m. to experience the fireworks before hitting more than 25 attractions and experiences with little to no wait! Plus, free Mickey’s Premium ice cream anyone? Oh yeah…check it out! New dates and times: 12/3: 10 p.m. – 1 a.m. 12/10: 10 p.m. – 1 a.m. 1/7: 8 p.m. – 11 p.m. 1/17: 8 p.m. – 11 p.m. 1/24: 8 p.m. – 11 p.m. 1/28: 8 p.m. – 11 p.m. 2/7: 8 p.m. – 11 p.m. 2/28: 8 p.m. – 11 p.m. 2/14: 9 p.m. – 12 a.m. 3/7: 9 p.m. – 12 a.m. For more information and to book Disney After Hours, please visit Disneyworld.com/DisneyAfterHours or call 407-827-7185. Advanced purchase price is $125 plus tax. The day-of price is $129 plus tax. Who’s excited to check out Magic Kingdom during Disney After Hours? View the full article

Do you ever feel like your park adventures belong in a video shoot? Well, I do! So I grabbed some fellow cast member friends and set out to capture the best Walt Disney World Resort experiences for young adults. And let me tell you – there are plenty! Over the next few weeks, I’ll show you how my friends and I have fun at Walt Disney World Resort. From exciting rides, to yummy snacks and even pool-side relaxation, we have found our #HappyPlace right here! Our first adventure took us through the Himalayan mountains, across the African savannah and to a beautiful land with floating mountains at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Next, we headed to Epcot, feeling like world travelers. Full speed ahead we took a spin on Test Track, which is personally one of my favorites! Then, we made our way through World Showcase. There even was a guacamole toast! (Yes, that’s a thing now, guys.) Next week we’ll take you to a tropical isle! Did someone say, “private cabana?” View the full article

Want to magically transform into a wine glass painter? Then you’ll want to know about a new event happening every Thursday throughout September at the BoardWalk’s AbracadaBar: Wine Glass Painting! And we’re happy to say that the design for the wine glasses is inspired by the 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival! Screenshot of @wdwtoday Tweet for Wine Glass Painting Details are as follows: Wine Glass Painting will be held every Thursday throughout September from 1:00 – 3:00 pm. Pre-registration is available by visiting BoardWalk Inn’s Community Hall (accessible by boat or via walkway from Epcot). The event includes a drink, snacks, and two wine glasses to paint, according to responses from the @wdwtoday Twitter account. @wdwtoday on Twitter While Disney only mentions September offerings for this experience’s debut, the use of the phrase “this month” in the @wdwtoday tweet (hopefully!) indicates that perhaps more opportunities will be on the way if this event is a success. 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! Ready to Plan for Your 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Trip? Order the DFB Guide to the 2018 Epcot Food & Wine Festival e-Book today! This 250+-page guide to the Festival offers insider tips and advice as well as all of the details you need to know to plan your best Festival visit ever. Your purchase includes several bonus items as well — including a full daily schedule of events at the Festival and a printable World Showcase Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! Order your 2018 edition today! Don’t miss a moment of the fun! Use code Chefs at check-out for a 20% off the cover price! Would you like to attend Wine Glass Painting at AbracadaBar? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Sneak Peek! Signage Arrives on Disney World’s Boardwalk for the Upcoming AbracadaBar Sneak Peek: Take a Look Inside the Upcoming AbracadaBar on Disney’s Boardwalk DFB’s Top 10 Disney Food News Stories of 2016 View the full article

It’s that time of year again when we daydream about the burning question, how much would it cost to eat one of everything at the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, which is now underway daily through Nov. 12 at Walt Disney World. This daydreaming is not unrelated to our win-the-lottery fantasy,... View the full article