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We wrapped November on the Disney Parks Blog with a week full of holiday updates, including the exciting announcement that for the first time ever, we’re bringing “Candlelight Processional” to you live at Epcot on December 4, 2018, as part of our #DisneyParksLIVE stream series. We’ll live stream the park’s 8:15 p.m. show on Tuesday with host actor Neil Patrick Harris. The stream begins just minutes before, at 8:10 p.m. ET, and will include a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to bring this amazing show to life. Check out our original #DisneyParksLIVE “Candlelight Processional” story for more details and to learn how you can be part of the show online! And we followed up a popular post on the expansion at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort with an update that guests can now book their reservations in the new Gran Destino Tower for stays starting July 2019. When completed, the Gran Destino Tower will be part of the reimagining of Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort. This transformation is inspired by the adventurous spirit of great Spanish explorers and historic innovative Spanish artists, writers and architects. You can learn more in our original Gran Destino Tower at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort post. Also, visit the Walt Disney World website or call 407-W-Disney to book your reservation. Here are some of the other stories we worked on this week. Holiday Gifting: Favorite Gifts at the Disneyland Resort – This season, give the gift of Disney magic! Whether you’re shopping for a Disney Parks fan or just looking to add a touch of pixie dust into stockings, the Holidays at the Disneyland Resort has you covered. Check out some of this year’s favorite gift ideas! Disney Parks in Silhouette: Playing in Toy Story Land – This week, we’re happy to share a new batch of “Disney Parks in Silhouette” pieces from Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. It’s a Holly Jolly Holiday at International Disney Parks – Season’s greetings! No matter where your holiday travels take you this year, something enchanting awaits you at each of our Disney Parks. Now through the New Year, we’re ringing in the most wonderful time of the year with special celebrations and enchanting experiences across the (snow)globe. Experience the 2018 Disney Festival of Holidays with a Sip and Savor Pass – Looking for the best way to experience the Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure park? Well, we’ve got just the thing! Get the most out of your experience by picking up the awesome Sip and Savor Pass. Walt Disney World Resort Helps 6-Year-Old Girl’s Cinderella Story Come True – Last month, 6-year-old Layla Lester was walking through Akron Falls Park in Akron, N.Y., when she spotted a bedazzled bride she took for Cinderella, who was in the park taking wedding photos. When Layla went over to say hello to her favorite princess, the bride played along and became impromptu royalty for Layla for a few minutes. Walt Disney World Resort Celebrates 1 Million Mobile Orders in My Disney Experience App – Did you know that you can skip the order line at select quick-service dining locations at Walt Disney World Resort? All you need is your smartphone and the My Disney Experience app, which lets you order, pay for and pick up fresh meals and snacks on demand right from your fingertips. View the full article

Happy weekend! Here’s all the Disney food news this week! Spaceship Earth Krispy Treat 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 the new artwork that was released for the Storybook Dining with Snow White at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. We’re happy to share that Bing Bong has finally arrived at Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff on Pixar Pier! We shared what’s new at Epcot this week! We checked out the classic and unique snacks at Heritage Manor Gifts in Epcot’s American Adventure Pavilion. See how the Germany Pavilion Train Village celebrates the Epcot Festival of the Holidays. We spotted Maple Bourbon Eggnog at The Polite Pig in Disney Springs! Check out what’s new at Disney’s Hollywood Studios this week. We have details on the Holiday Sweater Passholder Get Together in Disney Springs! Check out everything new that we found at Animal Kingdom this week. We shared details on the New Year’s Eve celebration at The Edison in Disney Springs. Check out the new cooking class available at Paddlefish in Disney Springs. We shared details on the discount coupon available at Satu’li Canteen in Pandora in the Animal Kingdom. Check out what’s new in the Magic Kingdom this week! We spotted new Starbucks Tumblers in Epcot. There’s a new Spaceship Earth Krispy Treat at Epcot’s Fountain View! Check out the new ‘Ralph Breaks the Internet’ meet-and-greet in Epcot! We shared the latest construction updates from Disney’s Animal Kingdom! And, more construction updates from Hollywood Studios and the Magic Kingdom! Chef José Andrés has been nominated for the 2019 Nobel Peace Prize. The new Mickey 90 Ears are available in Disney Springs. We reviewed dinner at Jiko in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge! Check out the ugly sweater and matching pajama events in Disney Springs. We shared a photo tour of the new exit at Space Mountain in the Magic Kingdom. The hot holiday drink mug has returned to the Magic Kingdom! Tokyo Disney Resort is building a new Toy Story Hotel. The name was announced for the new rooftop restaurant at the Gran Destino Tower. We shared details on the Sip and Savor Pass at the Disney California Adventure Festival of Holidays. Check out the opening date for the new Gran Destino Tower at Coronado Springs. We shared our favorite merchandise from the Epcot Festival of the Holidays. Check out the seasonal treats and gingerbread display at Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs. The gingerbread display at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn is up for this season. We reviewed the Meatball Sub and White Pizza at the BoardWalk Pizza Window. We reviewed some new eats at the Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. New DFB YouTube videos: New Disney Dishes that We Loved (And One That We Didn’t), Review of Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill, Changes and Updates Just Announced for the Disney Parks, and Tour of the 2018 Disney World Gingerbread Displays. New DFB Video — Changes and Updates Just Announced for the Disney Parks 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 — Changes and Updates Just Announced for the Disney Parks — 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. Sometimes, just thinking about Disney World makes the day better! @zachandkadyeat on Instagram said the weather has them thinking about margaritas in Disney. Same here. ;-D Cheers! We LOVE all the holiday treats in Disneyland right now! @thisisourneverland on Instagram shared this gorgeous Strawberry Linzer Cookie that can be found at Market House (Starbucks) on Main Street in Disneyland. It’s almost too pretty to eat! Almost. 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 hilarious – and true – wine glass! WDW for Grownups shared a review of Chocolate Martinis and Gingerbread Cookies at the Outer Rim. Oh My Disney will tell you which Pixar restaurant you should visit right now! Disney Family shared a recipe for Holiday Mickey Piñata Cookies. Don’t Miss ANY Disney Food News! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Related posts: Disney Food News This Week: New Eats, Holiday Treats, and More! 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Just in time, we’re here to bring you the best kind of news: Epcot MARGARITA news! Patron Loco and Blood Orange Margaritas Between La Cantina de San Angel and Choza de Margarita in Epcot‘s World Showcase, we’ve got new margaritas and menu changes to tell you about. Let’s dive in! La Cantina de San Angel has three new flavors of margaritas on the rocks. Menu at La Cantina de San Angel The first margarita on the list, La Cantina Classica, is made with Avion blanco tequila, orange liquor, fresh lime juice, and agave nectar. Price is $14.25. While we were tempted by La Cantina Classica, we had to try the out-of-the-ordinary (and vividly-hued!) Patron Loco and Blood Orange flavors on our visit. Patron Loco and Blood Orange Margaritas The Blood Orange Margarita is $15 and consists of Ambhar blanco tequila, orange liquor, a sweet and tart mix of blood orange, a hint of rum, and a Tajin chile-lime powder rim. Ours was missing the Tajin rim, but aside from that, we found the Blood Orange Margarita to be perfectly tart and sweet. This is a great choice if you want something just a little more thrilling than a traditional lime margarita. Blood Orange Margarita Patron Loco is $16.25 and features Patron blanco tequila, Ancho Reyes liquor, and chamoy lime and mango mix (salty, sweet, sour, and spicy). Just like the description says, it’s definitely salty, sweet, sour, and spicy! The smoky, subtly spicy Ancho Reyes liquor goes nicely with the sweet mango, and the lime adds a great element of tartness. If you’re feeling adventurous, try the Patron Loco! Patron Loco Margarita And that’s not all! In other Epcot margarita news, we noticed some menu changes across the way at Choza de Margarita. Updated Menu at Choza de Margarita At first, it looks like they have a whole new line-up of margs on their Signature Margarita list. But if you look more closely, you’ll see that most of them are the same with just a couple of ingredient changes and brand new names. Smokey Jalapeno is now Fuego Verde Lime Cucumber is now Piñata Acan Grapefruit is now Mayan Mule Passion Mango Frozen Margarita is now Mango Loco But there IS one NEW margarita called La Choza Classica. And the Guava Pink Peppercorn margarita is no longer on the menu. Updated Menu at Choza de Margarita OK, all caught up on the margarita situation in Mexico? Great. See you there! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Ready to get your snack on in Epcot‘s Mexico Pavilion? Check out our Mexico Food Tour video!  What’s your favorite margarita to sip at Epcot? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: EVERYTHING ON THE MENU REVIEW: Choza de Margarita IS OPEN in Epcot’s Mexico Pavilion! Sneak Peek: Margaritas Coming to Choza de Margarita in Epcot’s Mexico Pavilion Friday Happy Hour: Beet, and Blood Orange Margaritas at Epcot’s La Cava del Tequila View the full article

Happy Saturday! We’re back with another DFB Video today, and we’re taking you on a tour of the 2018 Disney World Gingerbread Displays! Daisy the Horse on the Beach Club Gingerbread Carousel That’s right! Just in case your holiday plans this year don’t bring you to Disney World, we’re bringing the Disney World Gingerbread Displays to you! In case you’re not familiar, the Gingerbread Displays are a holiday tradition around Disney World. And though you will find some in the Disney World parks and Disney Springs, part of the fun is that many of these beautiful, fragrant, larger-than-life displays give guests a reason to pay a visit to several Disney World Resorts. So join us for the festive fun, won’t 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: Do you have a favorite Disney World Gingerbread Display? Related posts: DFB Video: How to Master the Disney Dining Plan DFB Video: Walt Disney World Gingerbread Displays DFB Video: Disney Desserts You MUST Experience! View the full article

The new Storybook Dining at Artist Point with Snow White at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge opens later this month, and Disney has released the first look at concept art for the location. Storybook Dining with Snow White artist rendering ©Disney The restaurant is being transformed into an Enchanted Forest for the new character dining experience, complete with trees adorned with lanterns. Guests at the Storybook Dining will enter the Enchanted Forest to the “sounds of delightful music that help bring a storybook fantasy to life.” A meet-and-greet with the Evil Queen is also part of the experience. The Evil Queen Snow White, Dopey, and Grumpy will visit guests at their tables throughout the meal. Check out the full menu for the Snow White Storybook Dining Meal here! Guests will enjoy individually plated entrees in addition to shared starters and desserts. Reservations are available online or by calling (407) WDW-DINE for Storybook Dining at Artist Point with Snow White for dates beginning December 16. The character meal is One Disney Dining Plan Table Service Credit, and the the out of pocket price is $58.58 for adults, and $35.15 for children ages 3-9 (tax included, but not gratuity). 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. Are you making plans to dine at the Storybook Dining at Artist Point with Snow White? Let us know with a comment. Related posts: Snow White Storybook Dining Coming to Artist Point in Wilderness Lodge WDW Moms Panel: Good Eats When Going Solo at Disney News: January 19th Wine Dinner at Wilderness Lodge’s Artist Point View the full article

When we brought you to the grand opening of Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff Confectionery on Pixar Pier earlier this year, one element of the colorful candy shop was missing: Bing Bong himself! So they draped a sheet over an elephant nose and it was really weird. Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff yet to be revealed Bing Bong Statue But now the wait is (finally!) over! Bing Bong is in the building! Bing Bong! Huge thanks to my friend and journalist extraordinaire, Carlye Wisel, who found Bing Bong yesterday! Look at his adorable candy tears! Bing Bong And he’s perched atop his wagon ‘rocket’! This is such a fun statue — definitely a photo op you’ve gotta get. Watch our full review of Pixar Pier below!  Want to stay on top of all the Disney food news? Sign up for the Disney Food Blog Newsletter today! What’s your favorite Bing Bong moment from Inside Out? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Disneyland Halloween Time Eats: All the Goodies from Disney California Adventure’s Cozy Cone! PREVIEW! Disneyland Salt and Straw Ice Cream Location Opening SOON! Pixar Fest Eats: Habanero Meatball Cone at Disney California Adventure’s Cozy Cone View the full article

Today kicks off the 2018 Pop Warner Super Bowl at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, the exciting finale of the organization’s 90th football season. Known as the nation’s oldest and preeminent youth football organization, Pop Warner has provided youth athletes with the opportunity to play, learn and grow from the sport for nearly a century. This year’s week-long tournament features over 60 teams from around the country competing for the national champion title in various divisions. In celebration of their 90th anniversary year, we wanted to share some fun facts about the organization and its history with Disney! The organization got its start in 1929 in Northeast Philadelphia as a way to get local teenagers involved in an athletic program, so a four-team Junior Football Conference was formed. In 1933, a local clinic was scheduled for top college coaches to speak to almost 800 athletes. Due to inclement weather, the only coach to show was Temple’s head coach Glen Scobie “Pop” Warner, thus the youth program was renamed the Pop Warner Conference. The first National Pop Warner-Disneyland Bowl Football Festival, now known as the Pop Warner Super Bowl, was held in 1959 in the Holidayland area of Disneyland. In 1969, the game was moved from Anaheim, California to Orlando, Florida as a prelude to the opening of Walt Disney World. From 1971 -1980, the competition had a couple of name changes including the Walt Disney World-Pop Warner Football Festival and the Pop Warner – Walt Disney World Bowl. Since 1997, the Pop Warner Super Bowl has been played at the current ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. In 1960, Walt Disney Productions produced a two-part television episode entitled “Moochie of Pop Warner Football” broadcast on ABC as part of Walt Disney Presents. In the second part, From Ticonderoga to Disneyland, Walt Disney appears in a cameo role when the team wins the First Annual National Pop Warner Disneyland Bowl game. Today, there are over ten million alumni of the Pop Warner Football program. The National Football League Players Association estimates that between 60-70% of all NFL players began their careers playing Pop Warner Football. Pop Warner Spirit teams have participated in the organization for many decades on the football sidelines but it wasn’t until the 1970s that the Cheer and Dance Program was officially recognized. The first National Cheer and Dance Championship was held in 1988 and the event celebrated its 30th anniversary last year. The 2018 Pop Warner Super Bowl and National Cheer & Dance Championships starts today at ESPN Wide World of Sports. Want to watch all the action? Spectators can purchase single-day admission for $18.50 (ages 10+) or $13.50 (ages 3-9), or a length-of-tournament pass for $55.50 (ages 10+) or $40.50 (ages 3-9). Not able to make it in person? Select games will be streamed live on ESPN3 and the WatchESPN App. View the full article

Tonight, Jordan Fisher and Disney Channel’s “Coop & Cami Ask the World” stars Ruby Rose Turner and Dakota Lotus host “Disney Parks Presents a 25 Days of Christmas Holiday Party” at 8p.m. ET/PT on Disney Channel! Gallery ‘Disney Parks Presents a 25 Days of Christmas Holiday Party’ on Disney Channel Tonight at 8 p.m. ET/PT view all During this half-hour special viewers will enjoy special appearances and musical performances from fan-favorite Disney Channel stars, including Kylee Russell, Meg Donnelly (Disney Channel Original Movie “ZOMBIES”), Sadie Stanley (Disney Channel Original Movie “Kim Possible”) and Sean Giambrone (Disney Channel Original Movie “Kim Possible,” ABC’s “The Goldbergs”). Additional musical performances include Gwen Stefani, Brett Eldredge and Asher Angel. And don’t miss the exclusive behind-the-scenes look in to Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy, where guests will experience the world of Pixar’s “Cars” films and come face-to-face with Lightning McQueen. The experience rolls into Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World Resort in spring 2019. Grab your hot cocoa and join the party! #DisneyChannelHolidayParty View the full article

Just like Hollywood Studios, there are lots of exciting things coming to Epcot in the near future! Between two new attractions, the Skyliner, Epcot International Festival of the Holidays, and two new table service restaurants, we have more than a few updates for you this week. The Imagination Pavilion Want to know more about what we found in Future World and around the World (Showcase)? Let’s go! Spaceship Earth What’s New Around the Epcot Entrance When we arrived, the first thing we noticed was some new construction walls near the bag check area at the park entrance. Construction Near Epcot Entrance Construction Near Epcot Entrance What’s New at Joffrey’s Coffee and Tea Company Joffrey’s Coffee and Tea stands throughout Epcot are now offering Mickey’s 90th Birthday Blend Coffee. Joffrey’s Menu Joffrey’s says it’s “rich & smooth, forever a classic.” Joffrey’s Mickey’s Birthday Blend Coffee What’s New in Future World From snacks to coaster construction, there was plenty to discover in Future World this week! Guardians of the Galaxy Coaster See that construction progress on the Guardians of the Galaxy coaster? Guardians of the Galaxy Attraction Construction Panels started going up on the building this week. Guardians of the Galaxy Attraction Construction Check out this view of the Guardians of the Galaxy ride building from across the World Showcase! Guardians of the Galaxy Attraction Construction Read up on all the construction updates here! Electric Umbrella To go along with the adorable Gingerbread Mickey Straw, the Electric Umbrella is offering a new cookie: the Chocolate Overload Cookie! Chocolate Overload Cookie at The Electric Umbrella It’s a chocolate chip cookie with caramel and white chocolate drizzle, plus crispy pearls. Ooooh! Meet Ralph and Vanellope There’s a new character meet and greet in town: Ralph and Vanellope from Wreck-it Ralph 2: Ralph Breaks the Internet! Ralph Ralph and Vanellope Read all about it here! The Land Pavilion Since it’s the holiday season, let’s start with dessert. Sunshine Seasons in The Land has a beautiful new holiday cupcake! This apple spice cupcake with apple buttercream is $5.49 or one Disney Dining Plan Snack Credit. It looks EXACTLY like the one we reviewed several years ago here! Holiday Cupcake at Sunshine Seasons Apple Spice Cupcake — Cross Section Not feeling an apple cupcake? No worries: this quick service stop is still offering the Belle, Peanut Butter & Jelly, Rose Gold, and Vegan cupcakes. Dessert Case at Sunshine Seasons The new seasonal Cheddar Bacon Soup is perfect for those chilly days. Seasonal Cheddar Soup with Bacon at Sunshine Seasons And, with the Chef’s Special Sticky Sesame Pork Ribs, there’s no way we were leaving hungry. Stick Sesame Pork Ribs at Sunshine Seasons Outside at the nearby snack stand, Cuties have arrived! Cuties available at The Land snack cart These juicy little mandarin oranges are $4.50 or one Disney Dining Plan Snack Credit for a 3-pack. Cuties available at The Land snack cart Fountain View There’s a bubblegum wall, there are bubblegum wall ears, and now there’s a bubblegum wall ears crisped rice treat over at Fountain View! Check out the full post here to learn more. Spaceship Earth Krispy Treat We also spotted some new tumblers. Is that Mickey as Dreamfinder!? Read more about the tumblers here. Epcot Starbucks Tumbler The Starbucks Collection ornaments have arrived, too. Starbucks Ornaments at Fountain View Mission Space Restaurant Over near Test Track, we noticed even more new construction! Mission Space Restaurant Construction Could it be the site for the anticipated Mission Space restaurant – “Space 220“? We think so! Mission Space Restaurant Construction We’re looking forward to seeing how this new restaurant shapes up! What’s New in the World Showcase While the 2018 Epcot International Festival of the Holidays is in full swing, we found a few surprises in the World Showcase. Mexico La Cantina de San Angel has three new margaritas on the rocks: La Cantina Classica, Blood Orange, and Patron Loco. Menu at La Cantina We tried the Patron Loco and Blood Orange. Are they not the perfect holiday colors!? Stay tuned for the full review. Patron Loco and Blood Orange Margaritas Meanwhile, across the way at Choza de Margarita, there were also some menu updates. Their Signature Margaritas have new names! Updated Menu at Choza de Margarita The Smokey Jalapeño is now the Fuego Verde, Lime Cucumber is now Piñata, Acan Grapefruit will be known as the Mayan Mule, and the Passion Mango Frozen Margarita has become Mango Loco. A new drink called La Choza Classica has been added, and the Guava Pink Peppercorn Margarita has been removed. Updated Menu at Choza de Margarita Norway At the Kringla Bakeri og Kafe, the Pumpkin Spice Kringla are now beaming with red and white holiday sprinkles! Seasonal Kringla These Christmas Kringla are, of course, seasonal, and you can get one for $5.99 or one Disney Dining Plan Snack Credit. The cast member told us they’re still pumpkin spice though — not peppermint or anything. Seasonal Kringla China At the Joy of Tea, we noticed some exciting new menu changes! Food & Wine Festival favorites Kung Fu Punch and Ritzy Lychee have been added. The Milk Cap Lychee Tea, a specialty item that has been available for a few months, also now appears on the permanent menu! Joy of Tea Menu Germany The miniature train village in Germany is all decked out for holidays, too. See the candy cane train? Holiday Train Cars If you look closely, you’ll also notice that the village appears to be celebrating Festival of the Holidays, too! Germany Train Village Read the full story and see more pics of the train village here. Not quite ready to let go of pumpkin spice season? We get it. Weinkeller has you covered. Their current specialty spirit is Mozart Chocolate Cream Pumpkin Spice, and you can buy a bottle or experience a 2 oz shot. Mozart Pumpkin Spice at Weinkeller America Unique snacks are back at Heritage Manor Gifts! Heritage Manor Gifts Find all sorts of treats like chips, peanuts, and animal crackers. And, if you fall in love with the Heritage Hot Cocoa from The American Holiday Table Holiday Kitchen, you can make your own at home with the help of this mix. Get all the details on the new eats here! American Heritage Chocolate Japan It was a beautiful day in the Japan Pavilion! Japan Pavilion The pavilion’s new, Signature Dining table service restaurant has broken ground and construction is underway. Construction in Japan The worksite is right next to the Mitsukoshi Department Store. Construction in Japan A timeframe for the opening date hasn’t yet been announced, but you can count on Disney Food Blog to keep you posted (join our free newsletter here!). In the meantime, check out that view of Spaceship Earth across the World Showcase Lagoon! View of Spaceship Earth from the Japan Pavilion France Lots happening in the France Pavilion these days! Construction is underway for both the Disney Skyliner Gondola System and Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure and Skyliner Construction Construction walls are up near France’s garden and the gazebo. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Construction Check out these cheerful Holiday Macaron Ice Cream Sandwiches we spotted at L’Artisan des Glaces! Christmas Macarons United Kingdom Cuties have replaced the seasonal fruit at the Yorkshire County Fish Shop in the United Kingdom Pavilion. Here, they’re $4.19 or one snack credit. Yorkshire Fish Shop Menu Canada The Pecan Maple Bark has finally arrived at Canada’s popcorn cart! This treat is on the Festival of the Holidays menu, but it wasn’t yet available when the festival first began. Get yours now for $8.50. Pecan Maple Bark Sign at the Canada Pavilion Popcorn Stand And that’s everything we spotted that’s new at Epcot this week! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you seen something new or fun on your Disney adventures? Be sure to tag us @DisneyFoodBlog on instagram! Related posts: Tips From the DFB Guide: Do I Need Advance Dining Reservations During the Epcot Food and Wine Festival? 21 Myths About Walt Disney World Food DEBUNKED This Turtle Brownie in Epcot is SO MUCH AWESOME. View the full article

Looking to give someone special the gift of art this holiday season? Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort has many fantastic opportunities this month to meet the artists, collect a unique piece and have it autographed! Artist Showcase Featuring Shag’s “Archived Treasures,” WonderGround Gallery Appearance Date: December 2 from 1 – 4 p.m. This is a limited-time release of Shag’s earlier works, which is a terrific treat. Meet and greet Shag and he will sign his respective work. Josh Agle, more commonly known as “Shag,” is a painter, designer and illustrator working in Southern California. His distinctive artistic style draws from commercial illustration with a flair for a mid-century modern look and his Disney art is loved by fans. Artist in Residence: Jeff Granito, WonderGround Gallery Appearance Dates: December 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 22, 23, 29 and 30 from 6 – 10 p.m. From his studio in Southern California, Jeff creates graphic designs that are bright, whimsical and have a vintage feel you’re sure to love. Meet him in person and pick up one of his fun holiday pieces. Artisan of the Month: Temecula Olive Oil, D Home Appearance Dates: December 1, 2, 15, 16, 22 and 23 from 2 – 5 p.m. Sample different blends of olive oils and choose a bottle for family, friends or for your own kitchen. Temecula Olive Oil Company is family-owned and operated, and committed to using only California olives to make the highest quality olive oil. At their olive ranch, they practice sustainable agriculture, growing and harvesting a wide variety of olives and hand press using traditional methods to produce fresh, full-flavored extra virgin olive oil. HARVEY’S, The Disney Dress Shop Appearance Date: December 16 from 2 – 4 p.m. The newest collection of HARVEY’S bags themed to Sorcerer Mickey will debut at this event. Guests who purchase bags will have the opportunity to meet and greet the company founders, Dana and Melanie Harvey, and have their bags autographed. HARVEYS is a Southern California-based design house founded by this husband and wife team. Years ago, when Dana was restoring their vintage car, he was inspired to repurpose the seat belts into a bag for Melanie. Everyone loved hers so much, they decided to make more for everyone to enjoy. By utilizing alternative materials, HARVEYS creates useful products that are sustainable, vegan and locally made. Their couture line of Disney bags combine art and functionality and are a must for the Disney fan! It’s a wonderful time of year to visit the Downtown Disney District, with innovative events, nightly entertainment and a host of specialty boutiques to find the perfect item for everyone on your list. For a schedule of events and entertainment, please visit Disneyland.com. View the full article

Did you know that you can skip the order line at select quick-service dining locations at Walt Disney World Resort? All you need is your smartphone and the My Disney Experience app, which lets you order, pay for and pick up fresh meals and snacks on demand right from your fingertips. And today, Walt Disney World Resort celebrated a very special milestone for this service: 1 million mobile orders! Chef Mickey Mouse was on hand at Magic Kingdom Park to commemorate the occasion with the Walt Disney World Resort Ambassadors, as well as cast members who have helped guests order, pick up and enjoy many of these million mobile orders. Together, they surprised and honored the Ramos family from Winston-Salem, North Carolina as they picked up their mobile order of Dole® Whip items at Aloha Isle. Take a look below to see their reaction! In addition to this unforgettable moment, the Ramoses received a gift card which they can use to pay for up to $500 of food and beverage mobile orders at any of the more than 20 participating quick service dining locations throughout Walt Disney World Resort. The mobile order service has provided guests like the Ramos family with the convenience and flexibility of ordering hours or even minutes in advance from wherever they happen to be – whether waiting in line at an attraction, on the monorail headed to the parks or even upon their arrival at the restaurant. The service debuted last year and has since expanded to Disneyland Resort as well, currently available at more than 20 quick-service dining locations across Disneyland park and Disney California Adventure park. Be sure to download the My Disney Experience and Disneyland apps in the App Store for iOS devices and Google Play for Android devices to take advantage of mobile ordering during your next visit to the parks! View the full article

Season’s greetings! No matter where your holiday travels take you this year, something enchanting awaits you at each of our Disney Parks. Now through the New Year, we’re ringing in the most wonderful time of the year with special celebrations and enchanting experiences across the (snow)globe. At Disneyland Paris, wake up, grab a cup of hot cocoa and see the reason for the season in the form of a larger-than-life advent calendar in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle. The Disney Christmas Parade is now bringing cheer not once but twice daily down a snow-sprinkled Main Street, U.S.A. and past a tinsel-twinkling Christmas tree. Keep an eye out for Stitch on the Royal Castle Stage as he wrecks the halls for A Merry Stitchmas. Celebrate 90 years of magic and fun with Mickey Mouse during Mickey’s Christmas Big Band at Walt Disney Studios Park, including a drum solo by Mickey himself. The new Surprise Mickey! show is your chance to join in a very special birthday surprise while celebrating the merriest time of year. Wrap up your day with Goofy’s Incredible Christmas, an immersive nighttime show with incredible special effects and a whole lot of Goof projected onto The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror. This year, Tokyo Disneyland multiplies the cheer of Christmas times 35 for the resort’s 35th anniversary. Such a milestone celebration calls for a spectacular Christmas tree on the Fantasyland side of Cinderella Castle, with the 35th anniversary logo incorporated throughout its decor. Across the way at Tokyo DisneySea, a new show, “It’s Christmas Time,” brings a colorful revue to the Mediterranean Harbor every day. If you have long been dreaming of a white Christmas, your dreams will come true this year at Shanghai Disney Resort! A magical winter snowfall takes place nightly during the new “Mickey Avenue Winter Wonderland” show, while the “When We’re Together” tree lighting ceremony at Enchanted Storybook Castle features the playful snowman Olaf. And whether you’ve been naughty or “ice,” glide over to the resort’s new Wishing Star Skating Rink in the center of Disneytown Christmas Market starting December 7. Finally, there’s no place like Hong Kong Disneyland for the holidays where Fantasy Gardens has been transformed into the Fantasy Gardens Wintertime Market. If caroling is more your cup of Christmas tea, join Mickey and the gang during a one-of-a-kind Mickey and Friends Christmastime Ball. This 20-minute musical extravaganza will definitely help you get your yuletide going this season! All your favorite Disney characters will come together to share the joy, including Duffy’s new friend Cookie who joins in the Christmas celebration for the first time. No matter where you spend the holidays this year, Disney Parks are sure to dole out Christmas cheer. Happy holidays from all of us to all of you! View the full article

You never know exactly what you’ll find at Heritage Manor Gifts at The American Adventure Pavilion in Epcot! Heritage Manor Gifts This merchandise shop has been home to a variety of items from flavored moonshine to a full array of apparel and home goods representing each of the 50 United States. It’s been a while, though, since they’ve had any large selection of snacks in stock. For a time, Claey’s Old Fashioned Hard Candy was one of the sole treats you could find here. So on our recent visit, we were surprised to see a whole new batch. Snacks in Heritage Manor Gifts Well, maybe “new” isn’t exactly the right word… because while these snacks are a recent addition to the store itself, what you’ll primarily find are some real classics like Cracker Jack (don’t forget your prize inside!) and Animal Crackers. Tate’s Cookies and Cracker Jack Animal Crackers Heads up for my fellow Old Bay fans: they’ve got Old Bay Deep Fried Peanuts by the bag. Old Bay Deep Fried Peanuts Route 11 Kettle Cooked Potato Chips are an obvious nod to the famous route. Route 11 Potato Chips Route 11 Potato Chips And the North Fork Chips are made with Long Island Potatoes. North Fork Potato Chips You’ll also find more unique items like American Heritage Chocolate. American Heritage Chocolate American Heritage Chocolate American Heritage Chocolate And if you’d like to take home a taste of the Sunshine State from your trip, McCoy’s Florida Wildflower Honey is currently available. McCoy’s Florida Wildflower Honey Do you see any old or new favorites that you’d like to try? Take a Food Tour of every food spot in The American Adventure in our DFB YouTube Video!  What’s your favorite thing about The American Adventure Pavilion? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Epcot’s Newest Dessert Should Go On Your Snack Credit List. Now. DFB Video: Food Tour of Epcot’s American Adventure Pavilion What’s New at Walt Disney World’s Epcot: Scrunchies, Guardians of the Galaxy, Menu Updates, and MORE! View the full article

Busy Philipps, actress and host of E!’s “Busy Tonight,” is no stranger to Disney Cruise Line. After taking a family vacation gifted from her parents, she – in her words – ‘fell in love’ and couldn’t wait to return! Philipps, husband Marc Silverstein and their daughters Birdie, 10, and Cricket, 5, made that dream a reality with a recent Disney Cruise Line vacation. From taking a ride on the AquaDuck, visiting Castaway Cay twice, enjoying the Very Merrytime Cruises activities and adult time (hello, Senses Spa!), take a look inside how Philipps and her family like to spend their vacation time onboard Disney Cruise Line! View the full article

Fröhliche Weihnachten from Epcot’s Germany Pavilion! Festival of the Holidays banner by the Train Village We’re paying a visit to the Train Village and seeing how the miniature town is celebrating the park’s current Festival — the Epcot International Festival of the Holidays — with its own itty bitty Festival of the Holidays banners! Germany Train Village As always, you have to look reeaaaallllyyyy close to see them, but that’s part of the fun of visiting the display. Germany Train Village Germany Train Village These banners are, of course, similar in style to the full size ones you’ll see around Epcot from now until the Festival’s end on December 30, 2018. Festival of the Holidays banner by the Train Village Other seasonal touches can be spied by looking closely at the train cars themselves. One car carries a batch of peppermint sticks. Holiday Train Cars And Father Christmas (der Weihnachtsmann!) wishes you Season’s Greetings from the locomotive train! Holiday Train Cars So, when you’re stopping by the Germany Pavilion to pick up a dish or drink at the Bavaria and Prost! Holiday Kitchen Food Booths during the Festival of the Holidays, be sure to take a moment to explore all the fun and festive details in the Train Village! Auf Wiedersehen from the Germany Pavilion! 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 stop by to see the Train Village when you visit Epcot’s Germany Pavilion? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: 2018 Disney World Candlelight Processional Booking to Begin Soon — PLUS Narrators Announced! DFB Video: Epcot’s Germany — Nosh or Not? Food Tour! Book Your Disney World Trip Before This Discount DEADLINE! View the full article

Have a hankering for some festive holiday spirits? Look no further than Disney Springs’ The Polite Pig, where they’ve got spirit in the form of Maple Bourbon Eggnog! The Polite Pig We caught wind of this delicious-sounding combo via The Polite Pig’s Instagram, and now we’ve got a craving for maple. And bourbon. And eggnog. Happy holidays, indeed, with this flavorful combination! Maple Bourbon Eggnog Head to The Polite Pig throughout the month of December to enjoy this little beauty alongside some irresistible Buttermilk Chess Pie or savory meats! And don’t miss a bit of Disney food news! Sign up for the Disney Food Blog Newsletter today! Are you in the holiday spirit? Let us know what you’re most looking forward to this holiday season in the comments below! Related posts: 25 Can’t-Miss Experiences to Celebrate the Holidays at Walt Disney World This Year! The Best Cookie In Disney World. And You Don’t Even Have To Pay for a Park Ticket! Where To Find Pumpkin-Filled Churros in Walt Disney World’s Disney Springs! View the full article

Between decorating for the holidays, construction of the all-new Disney Skyliner, and preparations for the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, we’re always finding something new at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Skyliner Progress at Hollywood Studios Want to hear all about what we spotted this week? Let’s go! What’s New Outside of the Park: Disney Skyliner Updates Set to open in the fall of 2019, the Disney Skyliner gondola system is shaping up quickly! Skyliner Station Progress at Hollywood Studios The station is making progress, and some areas have already been outfitted with cabling. Skyliner Progress at Hollywood Studios On our visit, we noticed that the Hollywood Studios Skyliner Station is sporting some fresh new palm trees. We’re definitely looking forward to seeing the final result! Skyliner Station Progress at Hollywood Studios What’s New on Hollywood Boulevard Remember a few weeks ago, when the stage and show for Star Wars: A Galaxy Far, Far Away were down for refurbishment? Well, both the stage and show are now back! Stage for A Galaxy Far, Far Away Adrian & Edith’s Head to Toe on Hollywood Boulevard recently transformed into more of a snack shop than a hat shop, but we noticed another small change, too! Adrian & Edith’s Head to Toe window art The original artwork is still in the windows, but we spotted two new window signs! New Sweet Treats Window Art The new signage is candy-focused (of course!) and says “We’ve got treats for every craving!” and “Make your day a little sweeter!” So it looks like this is the replacement for Sweet Spells after all. New Sweet Treats Window Art Moving on over to Mickey’s of Hollywood: Remember when World of Disney‘s exclusive Mickey Mouse Club merchandise line launched back in October? Mickey Mouse Club Merchandise at Mickey’s of Hollywood Well, Mickey Mouse Club merch is finally making its way to other shops throughout Walt Disney World! Mickey Mouse Club Merchandise at Mickey’s of Hollywood This vintage-inspired line has something for everyone, from jackets to shoes and tees to hats. Mickey Mouse Club Merchandise at Mickey’s of Hollywood Some existing pieces of Disney merchandise, like the sparkly Minnie ears and the puffy Mickey gloves, go perfectly with the Mickey Mouse Club merch aesthetic. Mickey Mouse Club Merchandise at Mickey’s of Hollywood What’s New on Sunset Boulevard Craving at not-so-sweet snack at Hollywood Studios this holiday season? Cuties are now available at Anaheim Produce. Cuties at Anaheim Produce A three-pack of these juicy California Mandarins will set you back $4.19 or one Disney Dining Plan Snack Credit. Cuties at Anaheim Produce When you’re ready for a mid-day pick-me-up, the nearby Joffrey’s Coffee and Tea stand is offering Mickey’s 90th Birthday Coffee as well as seasonal selections. Sunset Boulevard Joffrey’s Menu Next time you drop in to experience Tower of Terror, be sure to look for this new photo opportunity – two bellhops and a luggage cart – just outside of the attraction. Tower of Terror Photo Opportunity What’s New Around Echo Lake We still can’t get enough of the Echo Lake Flurry of Fun holiday decor. Echo Lake Speaking of holidays, guess what’s back on the menu? That’s right – the Chocolate Chestnut Pinecone, Frozen Hot Cocoa, and Olaf Cupcake at Backlot Express! Backlot Express Menu While the Chocolate Chestnut Pinecones have been selling out quickly, Cast Members mentioned that they’re making an effort to keep more of them in stock. Backlot Express Menu Yes, that’s a new building going up near Tatooine Traders! What could it be!? We’re guessing it might have a little something to do with Star Wars Land, aka Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge (scheduled to open late fall 2019!). New Construction Near Tatooine Traders Read the full post here! What’s New in the Animation Courtyard Over in the Animation Courtyard, the Share Your Ears Wall and the construction walls are gone. Animation Courtyard Heavy foliage has replaced the construction wall, though, so we weren’t able to see much. Animation Courtyard Just like its sister stand over on Sunset Boulevard, the Joffrey’s location near the entrance to Toy Story Land has the Mickey’s 90th Birthday Coffee, too! Joffrey’s Menu: Animation Courtyard What’s New in Toy Story Land Andy must have been busy, because this golden macaroni art ornament definitely wasn’t here when we stopped by to check out the Christmas decor in Toy Story Land a few weeks ago. ADORABLE! Golden Kitty Angel Macaroni Art in Toy Story Land New Holiday Facepainting Ready to get festive? Special holiday faceprinting designs are available in the Animation Courtyard and near Rock ‘n’ Rollercoaster. Designs run between $14 – $20. And there’s the news from Disney’s Hollywood Studios this week! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you seen something new or fun on your Disney adventures? Be sure to tag us @DisneyFoodBlog on instagram! Related posts: All the Updates and New Items in Disney World’s Hollywood Studios! NEW Eats, Merch, and Construction Updates: Disney’s Hollywood Studios What’s New in Hollywood Studios this Week: Eats, Decor, Merchandise, New Entrance, Skyliner Update, and MORE! View the full article

When I set out on my first-ever Adventures by Disney trip earlier this year, I only knew the basic details of what the experience would be like: The planning was done for me, so all I had to do was show up. I’d be traveling with a small group of other families. There would be two specially trained Adventure Guides on the trip. It wasn’t until seven days later — after exploring the wonders of Yellowstone National Park, trying my hand at glamping and living like a local at a ranch in Montana — that I realized just how special these vacations really are. Now, in my new role with Adventures by Disney, I get to see the inner workings of Disney’s group guided family vacations … and I get to share them with you! So, from a rookie Adventurer to my new friends on the Disney Parks Blog, here are a few things I learned during my first Adventures by Disney trip: When they say “hassle free,” they really mean it. Not only are you signing up for a fully planned vacation (complete with adventure, culture, history, nature, hands-on activities and more – no guesswork needed!), but you’re also opting OUT of all logistical planning, from transfers and accommodations all the way down to getting your luggage from place to place. Adventures by Disney takes care of every detail and it. is. divine. Case in point: During the Montana trip, my luggage magically made its way from hotel to tent to cabin — I never had to lift a finger. Now that’s service. New friends are half the fun! What starts as a small group of strangers quickly becomes one big, happy family. This was my first foray into group travel, and I was surprised by how impactful it was to share these bucket list experiences with other people. It was especially fun to watch the group of kids, spanning ages 6 to 17, playing together as if they’d been best friends for years. We adults made new friends too, which made meals and activities even more enjoyable, and everyone got some alone time with their loved ones too. Win-win-win! Disney Adventure Guides are the fairy godmothers of travel. Seriously, these people are made of a special kind of magic. They are tour guide, camp counselor, concierge and entertainment host with an extra dash of pixie dust just for fun. Adventure Guides ensure our guests enjoy a premier experience every single trip, marked by signature Disney service, expertise and storytelling. (I’m still trying to figure out how to hire a personal Adventure Guide for everyday life … keep you posted.) Visit adventuresbydisney.com for more information on the Montana itinerary and other vacation options with Adventures by Disney. View the full article

A new family-friendly Disney hotel based on the Disney·Pixar “Toy Story” films is coming soon to Tokyo Disney Resort! From the hotel exterior to the spacious gardens, guests will enjoy a world where everything looks like it’s made of toys. The guest rooms are inspired by Andy’s bedroom, including Woody, Buzz Lightyear and their friends, with colorful furniture and other immersive features inspired by the world of “Toy Story.” The hotel will also include dining and shopping. This comes on the heels of major upcoming development plans at both Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea over the next few years. The approximately 600-room hotel is projected to open during the resort’s fiscal year 2021. Stay tuned as we share more details about the exciting developments underway at Tokyo Disney Resort. View the full article

If you’re an Annual Passholder, you’ll want to put on your favorite holiday sweater and head to Disney Springs on Saturday, December 8 for the Holiday Sweater Passholder Get Together. Don your best holiday sweater for Super Saturday! Much of the December Super Saturday event takes place inside the newly reimagined World of Disney. Passholders can enjoy entertainment by holiday carolers, and PhotoPass photographers will be on hand to take photos of all the fun holiday sweaters! Most deals will be available from 9-10AM, but some will be offered throughout the day. Let’s check out what kind of deals and treats you’ll find! Special Holiday Treats Stop by the World of Disney and enjoy Mini Hummingbird Cake Cupcakes and a Pumpkin Pie Cocktail (the drink is for adults only!) from Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ Florida Kitchen. Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ After the Holiday Sweater Passholder Get Together, stop by Homecomin’ and get 10% off more of your favorite menu items with your Passholder discount! Terralina Crafted Italian will have samples of mini Lemon Thyme Panna Cotta and Starbucks will have samples of holiday themed treats. Enjoy mini desserts from Terralina Crafted Italian T-REX Cafe will be on hand giving guests information about their Breakfast with Santa — stop by for a holiday-themed display and treat. In addition to the sweet holiday treats, Annual Passholders will also find some great merchandise deals and freebies at the Holiday Sweater Passholder Get Together! Merchandise and More Many of the retailers in Disney Springs will have special displays inside the World of Disney showcasing special holiday deals and giving Passholders the chance to check out the store. Check out the reimagined World of Disney on Super Saturday! Sugarboo & Co. will have a holiday-themed merchandise display and Passholders can get 25% off one item when they visit the Sugarboo & Co store. Visit the House of Blues display inside the World of Disney, then visit the Gear Shop and get 20% off your purchase when you mention “Super Saturday” and show your Annual Pass! Plus, get a complimentary House of Blues mug with any $50 purchase through December 31! Enjoy a relaxing display from Basin and then visit the store between 9AM and 12PM and get 20% off your purchase. Basin Seasonal Soaps After visiting the Kiehl’s Since 1851 display, Passholders can receive complimentary samples and a free hydration test at the store. And, L’Occitane en Provence will be providing complimentary mini facials and hand massages. Other retailers planning displays inside the World of Disney include: Duncan Toys, Erwin Pearl, and UNOde50. After viewing the displays inside World of Disney, Passholders can visit these stores and receive 10-20% off purchases. Remember, some of these deals are only good from 9-10AM, but others are good for until noon or longer. Be sure to check with each retailer for special Passholder discounts and exclusions. So, don your best holiday sweater and head to Disney Springs on December 8 for the Holiday Sweater Passholder Get Together! Can’t make this event? Stay tuned for the possibility of more Super Saturday events in 2019! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you making plans to attend the Holiday Sweater Passholder Get Together in Disney Springs? Let us know with a comment. Related posts: Annual Passholders Enjoy Special Discounts and More at Super Saturday in Disney Springs on September 8 Enjoy Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus at T-Rex Restaurant in Walt Disney World’s Disney Springs! MY NEW FAVORITE DISNEY DESSERT: Toffee Bread Pudding at House of Blues in Disney World View the full article

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The Animal Kingdom is always a fun park to visit, and this week’s visit kept us busy with lots of new items including #Mickey90 ears, some fun Christmas gifts, new food, and construction updates. Hello from Animal Kingdom We love how relaxed this scene makes us feel — before we dash around the park! Here’s everything we found this week. What’s New on Animal Kingdom’s Discovery Island Well, one thing we didn’t find was the new (and awesome) tumbler at Creature Comforts, this park’s Starbucks location. When we asked about it we were told it was sold out. Animal Kingdom Hot Drink Tumbler They do have plenty of the “older” and equally awesome tumblers with Mickey on them. Want to know what we’re talking about? Check out our post on the new tumbler here. Starbucks Park Mugs at Creature Comforts Even though it is still labeled a Thanksgiving cupcake, we spotted the turkey cupcake in the bakery case! We also saw this turkey cupcake is still the specialty cupcake at Pizzafari and Restaurantosaurus. Creature Comforts Bakery Case What’s New in Animal Kingdom’s Africa If you’re looking for the snowman stein or gingerbread Mickey straw for your drink, head to Mahindi where you’ll find all of these — plus the return of the Animal Kingdom Drink Canteen. The Canteen wasn’t available when the holiday items first came out, but it is back now. Also, hot chocolate is available! Mahindi If you’re looking for a cup of coffee to warm up on these “chilly” Florida days, stop over at Dawa Bar where they’ve added Coffee with Amarula to their offerings — as well as bagged chips. Dawa Bar Coffee with Amarula Dawa Bar Bagged Chips Quite suitably, Cuties mandarins are now available at the Harambe Fruit Market! Cuties at Harambe Fruit Market Cuties at Harambe Fruit Market We noticed the Shave Ice Cart was not in Harambe Market on the day we in the park. We don’t know if this is now seasonal, or just because of the cold snap we’ve had. We’ll keep you updated on the status of the cart. Harambe Market Shave Ice Cart Where Are You? What’s New in Animal Kingdom’s Asia Yeah! The construction walls are down and the construction is complete for both Upcountry Landing and Drinkwallah. New Lower Garden Seating Upcountry Landing See a full photo tour and information about the Animal Kingdom Drinkwallah and Upcountry Landing areas in our post here. Royal Anandapur Tea Company has seasonal drinks on their menu. Enjoy a Peppermint Mocha Latte or White Chocolate Gingerbread Latte — plus you can “make it spirited” with your preferred cordial! Royal Anandapur Tea Seasonal Drinks And we couldn’t resist a photo of this Cherry and Cheese Danish! It even looks seasonal! Royal Anandapur Tea Cherry and Cheese Danish If you didn’t get a souvenir Lantern Stein the first time they were out you’re in luck! You can grab one at Thirsty River Bar and Trek Snacks. Lantern Stein What’s New in Animal Kingdom’s Dinoland U.S.A. If you’re an IPA Beer fan, you can now find Old Elephant Foot IPA at Dino Diner, Dino Bite Snacks, and Trilo Bites! And now you can enjoy your eats and drinks while sitting on some of the added picnic tables we saw around Dinoland. Old Elephant Foot IPA at Dino Bite Snacks, Dino Diner, and Trilo Bites Added seating around Dinoland Chester and Hester’s was a fun stop for us, because we saw the Mickey Mouse Club merch that made its debut in World of Disney in this store as well. Mickey Mouse Club Merchandise We also found these new, super cool Ugears model building sets. There are three options with these — a Walt Disney Railroad Engine, Monorail, or Main Street Trolley. Ugears Models The detail on these is amazing. Ugears Disney Parks Train Model Ugears Disney Parks Train Model We’re guessing if you are, or have a budding engineer in your house, these will be added to your Christmas list. Ugears Disney Parks Train Model Ugears Monorail Model Which one will you choose? We might get all three! Finishing them is another matter! Ugears Trolley Model A stop in Riverside Depot on our way out of the park was rewarding. We were able to get a pair of the Gold #Mickey90 ears! You can also get these at World of Disney in Disney Springs. Gold #Mickey90 Ears Gold #Mickey90 Ears That’s all the new items in Animal Kingdom this week! We’ll leave you with this “fine” greeting from Harambe Market. Have a Fine Day Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Check out our NEW video 25 Must Do Holiday Activities in Disney World! When you’re done – check out all of our Videos on You Tube! 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! Related posts: What’s New in Animal Kingdom: ALL the Christmas Decorations, Menu Updates, New Merchandise and More! What’s New in Disney World’s Animal Kingdom: 10-20-18 Disney World’s Animal Kingdom Menu UPDATES! What’s New To Eat?! View the full article

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New Year’s Eve 2019 at The Edison in Disney Springs will feature two celebrations in one! The Edison in Disney Springs Not only will guests at this special event ring in 2019, but they’ll also be celebrating The Edison’s 1 Year Anniversary of its opening in Disney Springs! Inside The Edison The Grand Staircase inside The Edison This ticketed event will feature food, cocktails, and entertainment beginning when the doors open at 7:30 PM right up until a midnight toast to welcome 2019. Aerialist ©The Edison A limited number of tickets for The Edison’s New Year’s Eve are available for $150 per guest. The ticket price includes tray-passed hors d’oeuvres, live-action food stations, and a selection of beer, wine and premium spirits along with a selection of coffee, desserts and a special midnight toast. Guests must be 21 years of age or older to attend, and tickets may be purchased here. 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! Would you like to celebrate the New Year at The Edison? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: The Year in Review: Top Disney Food News Stories of 2015! Top 5 Can’t-Miss Eating Experiences Coming to Disney Parks in 2017 Lunch AND Dinner Review: The Edison in Disney Springs View the full article