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Happy Thursday! We’re back with another DFB Video today, and we’re answering some questions! “Where in Disney World can I find….???” Where can I Get a Celebration Cake in Disney World? There’s a LOT going on in Disney World, and sometimes the information is so expansive that it can be difficult to narrow down certain items. Some questions we are often presented include: Where can I find a Birthday Cake? Where to do dinner and a show? Where can we eat with the Disney Princesses? We’re answering those and MANY more, so settle in and join us to learn Where in Disney World You Can Find… well, you’ll have to watch the video to find out . And if you love this video, there’s plenty more for you to enjoy over on our DFB YouTube Channel! By the way, have you subscribed yet? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to the channel and never miss a single episode! So check out the video and then let us know: What where-can-I-find tips do you like to share about 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: How to OUTSMART the Crowds in Disney World View the full article

Disney World’s Mobile Order system, accessible through the My Disney Experience App, has been around for just over two years. Mobile Order lets you skip the register lines in participating restaurants by ordering and paying for your food in advance through the app. Mobile Order Option in My Disney Experience App Since its launch, we’ve seen the Mobile Order program expand to more dining locations within the four theme parks, and a very short lived couple of days for the Contemporary Resort’s Contempo Cafe. Now, it seems Mobile Order is giving Resort Counter Service options another go as it has expanded once again to include Spyglass Grill at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort. Spyglass Grill, located by the pool in the Trinidad South section of the Resort, is a walk-up window is serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Spyglass Grill on Mobile Order System The Mobile Order option will allow you to order your breakfast, lunch, or dinner from your room, the pool, or wherever you are, and then pick it up when it is ready! As you order, you pre-pay for your meal with a credit card, debit card, or Disney Dining Plan credits. At this time you cannot use Disney Gift Cards or apply any discounts to the order – to do these items you need to order at the counter. Be sure to read all about Mobile Order — including how it works and all participating locations — here! Would you like to see Mobile Order expand to more Resort Counter Service locations? Please let us know with a comment! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! The 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, is now available! With more than 650 pages, the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 20+ years of visits. We’ve done the research for you, so you’ll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family’s needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you’ll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2018 to save 25% today! Use code WDW2018 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Related posts: News: Spy Glass Grille Opening in Early 2018 at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Spyglass Grill Now Open at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort New Mobile Order SECRET MENU Item in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom View the full article

Hello… and BOO!! Or perhaps I should I say Trick or Treat?! Because we’re about to take a look at some seriously spooky snacks coming to Walt Disney World for Halloween! Halloween Decorations in Magic Kingdom Like last year, some of these treats will be available all day for Magic Kingdom guests, while some will be exclusive to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party… at first! Stay tuned throughout the post, because though some snacks will make their debut at the Party, a few will be available to all Magic Kingdom visitors later in the season! And if this all seems a little too soon… it’s not. Because Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party kicks off on August 17th… tomorrow night!! All Day Treats Even if you aren’t attending Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, all guests in Magic Kingdom are able to enjoy the park’s festive decorations, and several snacks, to boot! You’ll see some familiar treats among the offerings. Halloween-inspired cinnamon roll! Stop by the Main Street Bakery where the Mickey Cinnamon Roll will receive its annual orange-icing makeover again this year, complete with a chocolate spider! Find the Not-So-Poison Apple Cupcake daily at Main Street Bakery, too! Not-So-Poison Apple ©Disney This spiced apple cupcake is topped with pecan crunch and buttercream. And just LOOK at the SIZE of that thing! The Minnie Witch Brownie will be casting a spell at Casey’s Corner each day. Minnie Witch Brownie ©Disney The Candy Corn Milkshake will be topped with cotton candy and a HUGE Mickey Marshmallow. Look for it at Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies. Candy Corn Milkshake ©Disney This new treat will be joined by an old favorite at Auntie’s: Candy Corn Ice Cream will be available in a cone or as a sundae once more. Candy Corn Soft Serve Ice Cream Remember, this is in addition to the classic confections such as the Poison Caramel Apple, the Jack-o-Lantern Mickey, and Minnie’s Witch Hat Apples in spots like the Main Street Confectionery and Big Top Treats. Halloween Caramel Apples Marshmallow Wands, Cake Pops, Krispy Treats, and more have also been decked out accordingly. The Citizens of Main Street USA are ready for Halloween And here’s a look at the 2018 Happy Halloween Popcorn Bucket that we talked about last week! 2018 Happy Halloween Popcorn Bucket ©Disney Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Exclusives As in previous years, there are certain snacks that will be available for purchase only for guests at the extra-ticketed Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. But the snacks that were available for 2017 changed the game a bit in terms of both theme and flavors. (Remember the Haunted Mansion Portrait Desserts?) While the snacks have changed, we’re pumped that the trend continues this year! Also like last year, a few of the 999 Happy Haunts from the Haunted Mansion are honored with specialty treats! So, “serpents and spiders, tail of a rat… call in the spirits, wherever they’re at!” The Madame Leota Tart is filled with toasted marshmallow pastry creme and topped with shimmering candy pearls. Madame Leota herself appears from regions beyond by way of a chocolate piece and a hard candy garnish. Madame Leota Tart ©Disney Find her at Liberty Square Market during the Party. And next? “Beware of Hitchhiking Ghosts!” You’ll find them peeking out of a Black Cream Puff Doombuggy filled with cookies and cream mousse! They’re tucked safe inside with a candy safety bar (lowered by their Ghost Host, of course). Hitchhiking Ghosts Dessert ©Disney Encounter them at Aloha Isle during the Party. Gaston, of course, insists on outdoing everybody at Gaston’s Tavern. How? With a GLOW IN THE DARK treat! The Tavern is where you’ll find the Oogie Boogie Meringue. Oogie Boogie Meringue A pomegranate-cherry base is topped with a meringue Oogie Boogie and gummy worms. (P.S. It’s gluten-friendly!) Care for something savory? Hades Nachos will appear at Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe! Black Bean Nacho Chips will be topped with spicy Buffalo chicken. Hades Nachos (Don’t forget to stop by the Fixin’s Bar for more toppings!) The Muenster Smash Burger at Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe will top a burger with Muenster cheese, tots, and Sriracha aïoli on a black bun. Muenster Smash Burger ©Disney The Pumpkin Cheesecake returns as well… but with a new style! Pumpkin Cheesecake ©Disney It’s a Gluten-Friendly treat this year, with a pecan base and caramel glaze. Find it at Main Street Bakery. Golden Oak Outpost will transform into the Cider House on Party nights! Golden Oak Outpost Here you’ll find Apple Cider, the Warm Caramel-Stuffed Pretzel, and Cinnamon Donuts!! YUM! Cider House Treats ©Disney The Maleficent Dessert will be found at Storybook Treats. The lime soft serve (we think it’s the same kind that makes up the Peter Pan Float) will be served inside a black waffle cone and topped with purple sprinkles and crowned with chocolate Maleficent horns! Maleficent Dessert The popular Waffle Sundae will return to Sleepy Hollow. But this year? The vanilla ice cream sundae with caramel sauce comes with Zero Waffles! Sundae Waffle ©Disney And, hey… this one will be available to all Magic Kingdom guests starting October 1st! The popular chocolate and cream Jack Skellington Push Pop will make his way back to Sleepy Hollow as well (but for the Party only). Jack Skellington Push Pop Worms and Dirt will make its return once again; only this year, it’s gluten-friendly! Worms and Dirt Chocolate pudding and gluten-free chocolate cake crumbs is complete with gummy worms and Master Gracey’s gravestone. Find it at Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe during the Party only at first; then look for it to be available daily for all guests starting October 1st! (Here’s a hint — you may want to check out Mobile Order to find it!) And there you have it! Are you ready to scare up some foodie fun in Disney World this year? We sure are!! 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 World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2018 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Pre-order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2018 and get the 2017 edition as a free, instant download! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What’s New!! chapter for the 2018 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World’s busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And of course we’ll tell you where to eat! ;-D Pre-order your 2018 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don’t love it, you get your money back! Which Halloween treat would you most like to try? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Preview: Creepy, Spooky, OOGIE BOOGIE Souvenirs Coming to Disney for Halloween 2018! Review: Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Treats Review! Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Treats (with Haunted Mansion Portrait Desserts!) View the full article

In our Disney Doodle series, different Disney artists take turns imagining what different Disney characters would do or see first if they had the chance to visit Walt Disney World Resort. In today’s Doodle, artist Ashley Taylor imagines what the Sanderson Sisters from “Hocus Pocus” would do if they had the chance to visit Magic Kingdom Park. With Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party returning to the park tomorrow night, the witchy trio have a plethora of choices! “The Sanderson Sisters are always up to new tricks, so they’d have a great time exploring the trick or treat trails at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party!” View the full article

OoooooOOOOOoooo – there’s some SPOOKY treats appearing at Magic Kingdom Park for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party this year, and ALL of the ghouls and ghosts are raving about them. What’s even more exciting is that the party starts TOMORROW! So what are you waiting for? Here’s your list of all the treats you can find at this year’s Halloween celebration. No-So-Poison Apple Cupcake – Main Street Bakery (available daily through October 31) Magic mirror on the wall…show me the tastiest cupcake of them all! Snow White would definitely love to eat this spiced “apple” cupcake with pecan crunch and buttercream. Halloween Cinnamon Roll – Main Street Bakery (available daily through October 31) This deliciously spooky Mickey-shaped cinnamon roll is topped with icing and a chocolate spider web. Pumpkin Cheesecake – Main Street Bakery (available on party nights only) Topped with a chocolate Mickey Pumpkin, the gluten-friendly Pumpkin Cheesecake is sure to be a ghoulish delight with gluten-friendly vanilla pecan cake and caramel glaze. Minnie Witch Brownie – Casey’s Corner (available daily through October 31) This decadent brownie just flew in to Casey’s Corner and is topped with a white chocolate piece featuring the one and only FABULOUS Minnie Mouse, dressed in her Halloween best! Hades Nachos – Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Café (available on party nights only) Turn up the heat with the Hades Nachos. These black bean nacho chips are topped with fiery buffalo chicken and your choice of toppings from the topping bar! Worms & Dirt – Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Café (available on party nights only; available daily starting October 1) These gummy worms have been laid to rest. No mourning, please, at their request. The Worms & Dirt chocolate pudding comes topped with gluten-friendly cake crumbs, gummy worms, and a chocolate grave stone. Treats at the Cider House (available on party nights only) Nearby at the Cider House (Golden Oak Outpost), you’ll find some refreshing Apple Cider. Pair it with a Warm Caramel-Stuffed Pretzel or a few Cinnamon Donuts and you’ve got yourself a frighteningly sweet snack! Zero Waffle Sundae – Sleepy Hollow (available on party nights only; available daily starting October 1) Everyone’s favorite ghostly good boy, Zero, has some special pumpkin waffles for you here at Sleepy Hollow. This sundae comes topped vanilla ice cream, sprinkles, and a caramel drizzle. Jack Skellington Cake Push Pop – Sleepy Hollow (available on party nights only) If there is an empty place inside those bones, then you should fill it with the Jack Skellington Cake Push Pop. It comes layered with chocolate cake, vanilla buttercream, white chocolate and dark chocolate crispy pearls, dark chocolate curls, and a white chocolate Jack Skellington piece. Madame Leota Dessert – Liberty Square Market (available on party nights only) Dear, sweet Leota, beloved by all. In regions beyond now, but having a ball-shaped dessert. You don’t need a fortune teller to see this sweet treat in your future! The Madame Leota Dessert has a vanilla tart shell filled with toasted marshmallow pastry crème and topped with crispy pearls, chocolate, and a hard candy garnish. Hitchhiking Ghost Dessert – Aloha Isle (available on party nights only) These hungry ghosts have hitchhiked all the way to Adventureland – and they’ve brought this Doom Buggy-inspired Cream Puff with them! It’s filled with cookies and cream mousse and topped witch a chocolate piece featuring the Hitchhiking Ghosts. Oogie Boogie Meringue – Gaston’s Tavern (available on party nights only) You’re joking! You’re JOKING! This thing is gluten-friendly? That’s right – this pomegranate-cherry gelée with gummy worms is topped with glow-in-the-dark meringue AND it’s gluten-friendly. How cool is that? Malificent Dessert – Storybook Treats (available on party nights only) LISTEN WELL – ALL OF YOU! The Malificent Dessert has arrived at Storybook Treats! It comes with lime soft-serve in a black waffle cone and topped with purple sugar and chocolate horns. Candy Corn Ice Cream – Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies (available daily through October 31) Satisfy that candy corn sweet tooth with this yummy soft-serve ice cream. Get it in a cone or in a sundae! Candy Corn Milkshake – Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies (available daily through October 31) We didn’t just stop at candy corn ice cream. This year we’ve created the Candy Corn Milkshake! The perfect Halloween treat – it’s topped with cotton candy and a Mickey-shaped marshmallow. Muenster Smash Burger – Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café (available on party nights only) Feed that monstrous appetite with the Muenster Smash Burger served on a black bun with Muenster cheese, tots, and Sriracha aïoli. Popcorn – Various Popcorn Carts Throughout the Park If you’re looking for those fun popcorn buckets, then check out my Novelty Guide to Halloween 2018 at Disney Parks for all the latest info and where to find them! Remember, these treats are only available Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party nights starting at 7pm (unless otherwise noted above). This special ticketed event occurs on select nights August 17–October 31. Also, note that some of these items may materialize on Mobile Order on the My Disney Experience app! Tickets for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party can be purchased online at the Walt Disney World Resort Website. Come on out and taste these SCARY good eats for yourself, if you dare…MWAHAHAHAHA View the full article

The Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! Nighttime Spectacular is returning to Hollywood Studios in November for the holiday season, as part of the park’s festive Flurry of Fun! Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! Along with this festive projection and fireworks show comes the return once more of the Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! Holiday Dessert Party, pairing a reserved viewing area for the spectacular with holiday-themed food and beverages. Food stations will offer holiday sweets and snacks such as warm cheese fondue with pretzel bread, and classic Yule Logs. Guests 21-and-over can enjoy beer, wine, and specialty cocktails like Gingerbread Martinis! Non-alcoholic specialty beverages will also be available. The BAM! Part Party attendees will receive a visit from a special VIP character! And guests will also be able to enjoy the Disney Movie Magic show (prior to Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!) from their reserved viewing area as well. Please note that, although the Flurry of Fun in Hollywood Studios officially kicks off on November 8th, booking is currently available for the Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! Holiday Dessert Party starting on November 6th. The price of the Dessert Party varies based on selected dates. From November 6 – December 22, 2018 the party is $79 per adult and $45 for children ages 3 to 9. From December 23, 2018 – January 1, 2019, the party is $89 per adult and $49 for children ages 3 to 9. From January 2 – January 6, 2019, the party is $79 per adult and $45 for children ages 3 to 9. Tax and gratuity is included. As with all Dessert Parties, admission to Hollywood Studios is required and not included. Visit DisneyWorld.com or call (407) WDW-DINE to book! 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 World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2018 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Pre-order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2018 and get the 2017 edition as a free, instant download! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What’s New!! chapter for the 2018 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World’s busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And of course we’ll tell you where to eat! ;-D Pre-order your 2018 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don’t love it, you get your money back! Will Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! be part of your holiday celebration this year? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: News: FOOD for the Flurry of FUN Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios The 2018 Holiday Season at Disney World Includes NEW Experiences and Returning Favorites News: Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! Holiday Dessert Party Returning to Hollywood Studios View the full article

Cheryl Gamache saw it as a cool mom move to get her son reading more books. The house near South Orange Blossom Trail was undergoing a major renovation, with walls being knocked down and rooms redone. But the space under the stairs was neglected. Why not turn it into a Harry Potter tribute? Gamache... View the full article

Disney World’s Caribbean Beach Resort has been undergoing major refurbishments over the past year (plus a few months). And the Moderate Resort’s dining areas have been greatly impacted during the renovations. So we are especially excited to share new information regarding Caribbean Beach Resort dining options, starting with the announcement of Sebastian’s Bistro! Sebastian’s Bistro Logo ©Disney Yes! Sebastian’s Bistro will be an all-new dining location, taking the place of the Table Service restaurant that was formerly Shutters. Sebastian from The Little Mermaid is a fitting inspiration, given the Caribbean feel and flavors that will be showcased in the waterfront restaurant. Sebastian’s Bistro ©Disney The vibe at the casual Table Service eatery will be made to resemble a “tropical beachfront home,” with coral patterns, kelp filigree, and nautical art and designs. (Think about “life Under the Sea,” as Sebastian would say!) Latin flavors will also be featured, blended with the Caribbean cuisine. Works continues as well on Centertown Market, and new artwork has been revealed showcasing the updated indoor street market atmosphere. Centertown Market Logo ©Disney Counter Service eats will once again be served in a colorful space decorated with unique features such as lights formed from glass bottles, wooden light posts, and awnings. Though the space will also offer Grab n’ Go options, seating areas will still be available for those wishing to relax and “dine on island time.” Centertown Market Concept Art ©Disney And, remember, we’re looking forward to the reopening of a favorite watering hole, as the Banana Cabana Pool Bar is currently receiving a makeover, too! Though Disney previously shared that a late summer opening was anticipated for the new spaces, an official opening date has yet to be announced. We look forward to sharing new details as they are revealed! 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. Are you excited about the changes coming to Caribbean Beach Resort? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: News: Artwork Revealed for Disney World’s Caribbean Beach Resort Restaurants Spyglass Grill Now Open at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort News: Caribbean Beach Resort Restaurants Closing this Spring for Refurbishment View the full article

Today is the Day of the Cotton-top Tamarin, a holiday in Colombia that includes family-friendly parades and colorful festivities, all to draw attention to the critically endangered monkey that lives exclusively in the country’s tropical forests. I’ve devoted my life to the care and conservation of animals and have spent a great deal of time focused on saving cotton-top tamarins. Helping these creatures literally takes a village – so I’ve been involved in collaborative efforts with Proyecto Tití, a nonprofit organization in Colombia. For years, Cast Members from Disney’s Animal Kingdom have traveled to Colombia to support the conservation group in efforts that include field research, scientific assessments and community outreach. Alejandra Aramburo and Jackie Buckley, keepers at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, recently returned from a visit where they worked with Proyecto Tití’s educators on their community education and engagement programs. These programs help reinforce national pride in the cotton-top tamarins, educate locals on the best ways to support the tamarins’ survival and build respect for the environment of the tropical forests where the animals live. Jackie, who is part Colombian, told me she found it very rewarding to help native wildlife in a country that means so much to her and her family. Both Alejandra and Jackie remarked on the kindness of the locals and the strong sense of community they felt, even in the smallest of towns. The experience of making a significant contribution to conservation and working with people they may never have met otherwise was life-changing for both of them. “I was super-thankful for the opportunity,” Jackie said. “I feel like I’ve grown as a person, as a trainer and as a conservation educator…I want more people to experience this and to be able to tell more guests about it.” Another way Proyecto Tití supports cotton-top tamarins is by helping develop sustainable programs to generate revenue for the community so that locals can reduce their dependency on forest products. For example, local artisans crochet eco-mochila purses, totes and bracelets from plastic bags that may otherwise end up littering the forest. These are sold online and at the Walt Disney World Resort, which is helping boost the economy of the locals who live near cotton-top tamarins. It’s also helping clean the forest of waste that could be harmful to all animals. You can visit cotton-top tamarins on Discovery Island at Disney’s Animal Kingdom and learn more about them at DisneyAnimals.com. View the full article

It’s that time of year once again! Students, teachers, professors and administrators unite because we have three different downloadable wallpapers to help you kick off the school year with a fresh look for your desktop and mobile devices! First up is a design celebrating all things Disney Youth Programs from educational programs to performing arts opportunities, there’s truly something for everyone with this design: For all those S.T.E.M. enthusiasts, prepare for a look at the science behind the magic with this Disneyland Resort-inspired design: Those of you who march to the beat of your own drum, check out this design themed to Disney Performing Arts: Check out our complete gallery of wallpapers here and be sure to read the terms of use before you download them. Who’s ready to deck out their devices and head back to school in style? For all the latest Disney Youth Programs news, be sure to sign up for our new e-newsletter. View the full article

A few months ago, we shared updates for some of the common areas at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort at Walt Disney World Resort. Today we have news to share about two dining locations. In just a few months when the reimagining of Old Port Royale is complete, the former Shutters table-service restaurant will open in an all-new location as Sebastian’s Bistro! Located along the Old Port Royale waterfront, Sebastian’s Bistro will feature beautiful views, warm island hospitality and a menu that blends Latin and Caribbean flavors from market-fresh ingredients. When you arrive at the casual, family-friendly restaurant, you’ll see a blue shiplap marquee where everyone’s favorite red crustacean invites you to dine on island time. Inside, you’ll feel as though you’ve just stepped into a tropical beachfront home. As you can see, every detail celebrates the natural beauty of the Caribbean – from coral patterns and kelp filigree, to lure-inspired art and nautical designs. All around the restaurant, you may even notice abstract artwork and – dare I say – under the sea landscapes featuring Sebastian and friends. On a related note, we have new visuals showcasing the resort’s quick-service dining location, Centertown Market. As previously shared, Centertown Market will be expanded to create an indoor street market vibe. You’ll enter the space under a large palapa-like structure, accented with glowing, colored light pendants made from glass bottles. The market will feature open shutters, wooden light posts, awnings, ornamentation and unique seating areas. You will also have access to the Grab n’ Go market for specialty coffee and quick bites. I can’t wait to try out both locations! Wondering about the delicious menu options, opening dates for both restaurants and other Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort updates? Keep checking the Disney Parks Blog for more information as we have it. View the full article

An ex-priest accused of sexually abusing three children landed a job at Walt Disney World after apparently receiving a positive reference from his Pennsylvania diocese, according to a grand jury report released this week. Edward Ganster, a Winter Garden resident who died at 71 in 2014, worked at... View the full article

Say you’re lounging poolside at arguably the best pool at Walt Disney World — Stormalong Bay at the Yacht and Beach Club Resorts — and you’re craving a sweet frozen treat. We all know Beaches and Cream is just a hop, skip, and a jump away, but it can be downright impossible to get in there. Thankfully Hurricane Hanna’s Waterside Bar & Grill is serving up a super healthy, low-calorie frozen treat that, frankly, some of us need while on vacation (to balance out all the snacks!): Frozen Grapes! Hurricane Hanna’s Waterside Bar & Grill This snack credit-eligible bite is $3.99, and you’ll find them advertised adjacent to the other healthy option here: Seasonal Sliced Fruit. Frozen Grapes The grapes come in a handy plastic container with a lid, making them an ideal snack to carry back to your lounge chair or to throw in your bag as you’re headed to the parks. Remember, you DON’T have to be staying at the Yacht and Beach Clubs to get food and drinks at Hurricane Hanna’s, and you can access it from the promenade around Crescent Lake. There’s a decent number of grapes in the container, although by no means is this a snack that will fill you up for the day. Still, that’s not really why you’re choosing this snack, right? Frozen Grapes The Frozen Grapes are sweet, and the bite you get from their icy state is satisfying — not rock hard but like a thick, solid popsicle. Except this popsicle is all natural and one you can feel good about eating. Especially since you made such a sensible choice when there are things like Bourbon & Strawberry Sours and ice cream nearby. Frozen Grapes So, of course, you’re not going to trek out of your way for this snack, but when in Stormalong Bay, it’s nice to know there are satisfying, healthy options that won’t weigh you down while you’re floating the day away. 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? What’s your favorite way to eat healthy at the Disney Parks? Tell us in the comments! Related posts: Review: Hurricane Hanna’s Waterside Bar and Grille in Disney World Holiday Preview: The 2017 Walt Disney World Gingerbread Displays The 2017 Gingerbread Carousel at Disney’s Beach Club Resort View the full article

I love mornings at Disneyland park. Lately, colorful summer clouds have added to the resort’s painterly feel. Sailing Ship Columbia takes on an extra bit of whimsy beneath orange clouds and blue sky. King Arthur Carrousel is bathed in the morning’s golden glow. Sleeping Beauty Castle banners and the Tomorrowland skyline meet to share a bit of blissful shady cool. The Big Thunder Mountain Railroad ridgeline seems at home amidst a sky reminiscent of old murals that depict the American west. The Mark Twain Riverboat’s smokestacks look like outstretched arms reaching upward as pink clouds roll overhead. There’s magic to enjoy at every hour of the day at the Disneyland Resort, but mornings… ah, mornings … are really wonderful. Come on by and enjoy the natural beauty which surrounds the resort! View the full article

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A grand jury report into child sexual abuse in Roman Catholic dioceses in Pennsylvania says church officials gave a former priest a positive reference to work at Walt Disney World, even though they'd fielded at least one complaint about him sexually abusing a boy. The ex-priest, Edward Ganster,... View the full article

Hi, there! We’re back with another DFB Video today, and we’re taking you on Part TWO of our Food Tour of The Landing in Disney Springs! Enzo’s Hideaway and Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante and The Edison That’s right… The Landing of Disney Springs is so completely packed with dining options that we needed to break our Food Tour of the area into TWO parts! So, in case you missed it, you can check out Part One here. Then, join us right back here for Part Two to see all the rest of the dining options in The Landing! (P.S. We saved the best for last!) 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: Where is your favorite spot to dine in The Landing? Related posts: DFB Video: Hollywood Studios Food Tour! Part 1 DFB Video: Food Tour of Disney Springs Town Center Disney World FOOD TOUR! The Marketplace in Disney Springs Video! View the full article

The 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival kicks off on August 30th! That’s right… in just a couple of weeks from now we’ll be making our way around World Showcase and Future World trying all the items at this year’s Food Booths! 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival: Canada Booth We imagine many of you are currently making your own lists for everything you’d like to try. But, of course, half the trick to making the most of your time at the Festival is finding everything! So we’ve got something that can help you prepare your Food and Wine Festival strategy: the Disney Food Blog 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Map! (Be sure to click the image to enlarge for easier reading and printing.) Epcot Food and Wine Festival Map — Disney Food Blog Edition. CLICK TO ENLARGE OR PRINT Check out the FULL MENUS for all of the 2018 Food Booths here! And if you’re looking for even more information to help you prepare for the Food and Wine Festival… well, you’re in the right place! Check out our 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Preview video from our DFB YouTube Channel! Oh, and… HAPPY PLANNING!! 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! How are you getting ready for the 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: New Booth and Menu Items Announced For The Epcot Food and Wine Festival! The BEST Way To Plan Your Epcot Food and Wine Festival Trip! Peek INSIDE… NEWS! Epcot Food and Wine Festival Booths are IN THE PARK! View the full article

One of our most popular events of the year – the “Not-So-Scary” Blog Party at Magic Kingdom Park – is back to kick off the first night of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World Resort. On Friday, August 17, 2018, Disney Destinations is hosting a special Halloween party for 100 winners of the “Not-So-Scary” Blog Party at Magic Kingdom Park Sweepstakes. This year’s “Not-So-Scary” Blog Party at Magic Kingdom Park begins at 4 p.m. EDT on Friday, August 17 but winners can arrive between 3:30-7:30 p.m. EDT. Winners will receive admission to the popular Happy HalloWishes Dessert Party and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Winners and their guests are encouraged, but not required, to wear costumes (no masks) to the event, subject to the Walt Disney World Resort’s general costume guidelines and the guidelines below. Winners and their guests who do not adhere to these guidelines may be refused entry and/or removed, unless his or her costume can be modified to meet these guidelines, and in such case will forfeit their prize without any additional compensation. You can enter for a chance to win by clicking here and following the entry instructions to complete an official entry form. Your entry must state your valid email address and full name. Also, there are a few things you should know: All entrants must be 18 years or older and legal residents of, and physically located within, the state of Florida. However, guests of the winners do not need to be 18 or older (as long as the guest is the child or ward of the winner). Limit one guest per winner. A notice will be sent, via email, to the winning entrants. It will be necessary for the winner and guest to check in at the Transportation & Ticket Center for access to the event. The notice will include those details. Confirmation email and valid photo I.D. will be required at check-in. Costumes should not be obstructive, offensive or violent; drag on the ground; contain sharp objects, pointed objects or materials that may accidentally strike another guest; contain any weapons or objects which resemble or could easily be mistaken for an actual weapon. Masks will not be permitted. Prizes are not redeemable for cash and are not transferable. Hope to see you in your best costume on August 17. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Starts 11:00 a.m. ET on 8/15/18, and ends 1:00 p.m. ET of the same day. Open only to legal residents of Florida who are 18 years of age or older at time of entry. Limit 1 entry per person. For full details including eligibility requirements, odds of winning and prize limitations, see Official Rules. Prize does not include accommodations or transportation between winner’s home and Magic Kingdom® Park on August 17, 2018. Void where prohibited. View the full article

I don’t know you but I’m so excited to finally have the new Day of the Dead-inspired ears! They are beautiful, colorful and a true representation of this important festivity for many familias. With bold and vibrant Cempasúchil flores, an icon of these festivities, colorful designs that also include a bow in papel picado, a typical Mexican art and paper craft that is cut into intricate and beautiful designs, these ears are quickly becoming a fan favorite item. No matter when and how we celebrate Día de los Muertos, these highly anticipated ears are now available at Walt Disney World retail locations, including the México pavilion at Epcot, where guests can get additional Día de los Muertos inspired merchandise. Tell us, what other Día de los Muertos merch do you plan to combine with these fantastic ears? View the full article

When Ale & Compass Restaurant opened at Walt Disney World’s Yacht Club Resort last November, it received mixed reviews. The nautical and sparse decor appealed to some but made others feel the space was too stuffy. The menus raised some eyebrows, with self-proclaimed New England-style options not appealing to, well, New Englanders. We gave it a bit of a tepid review for dinner, and we heard from lots of readers who missed the former Captain’s Grille breakfast buffet. Dark Chocolate Waffles at Captain’s Grille For one of those contentious topics, Ale & Compass offers a solution. A breakfast buffet is now available! (And we were told that it was due to popular demand from guests. So see? Sometimes your requests do make it all the way to the top!) Ale & Compass Restaurant sign by the entrance And the price is actually OK on this one! For $23, diners can access the buffet and ALSO select one entree from the new morning menu! Entrees include an American Breakfast, Dark Chocolate Waffles (!!), and a Breakfast Flatbread. There are a few healthy options, too, like an Egg White Omelet and a Breakfast Protein Bowl. Entree Menu The full buffet is available to every diner in addition to the entree. Buffet options are standard fare, with fruit, pastries, and oatmeal. There’s also charcuterie and yummy Parker House Rolls. Buffet Offerings Drinks are plentiful, but they add cost as they aren’t included in the price of the meal. Drink Menu The buffet itself is pristine, and while it’s laid out in a single line, we had no trouble with crowding during our visit. Diners can even catch a glimpse of the hearth (where those flatbreads are baked) and food prep. Buffet Layout There are several fresh fruit options, including whole oranges and apples. Two types of yogurt are served in small mason jars. Yogurt and Fruit Bagels and English Muffins (not pictured) are also available, alongside balls of butter. Bagels There are several cheeses from which to choose, as well as some grapes and raisins. Cheeses The charcuterie includes four varieties of meats, which rest beside smoked salmon and its accompaniments. There’s also smoked trout dip. Meats and Accompaniments There are tasty cinnamon rolls and shiny biscuits, which may be accompanied by gravy. Cinnamon Rolls and Biscuits Gravy is served in a giant cast iron pot. And Parker House Rolls are a nice addition. Gravy and Parker House Rolls Oatmeal is kept warm in a cast iron pot as well. Oatmeal Aside from the sugary cinnamon rolls, there are several other pastries. Options include muffins, croissants, and danishes. Cinnamon Rolls Pastries With all of those options plus an entree, there’s pretty much no way anyone could leave hungry at Ale & Compass Restaurant. We’re thrilled that the buffet option has returned because our first breakfast visit — when the restaurant initially opened last fall — was pretty lackluster in comparison to the Captain’s Grille buffet we’d loved for years. And while this buffet might not be as exciting as CG, it’s a good option if you’re staying in the general vicinity of the Yacht Club Resort and want a large morning meal. Is it worth a trip from elsewhere in the World? Probably not, but we wouldn’t blame you if you came from afar just for the Dark Chocolate Waffles alone. Want to see more from Ale & Compass Restaurant? Check out our very first visit here! Are you happy to see a buffet return to this dining spot? Let us know what you think in the comments! Related posts: Mother’s Day Brunch at Walt Disney World! 21 Myths About Walt Disney World Food DEBUNKED Is Disney World’s Beaches and Cream Still Worth The Reservation? View the full article

Changes are afoot in the Festival Center, one of the starting-off points of the upcoming Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, which kicks off at Walt Disney World on Aug. 30. The location remains in the theme park’s domed Future World East setting, a building once known as the Wonders of Life... View the full article

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There are just three weeks left to celebrate Pixar Fest at the Disneyland Resort, including the dazzling “Together Forever – A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular.” Be prepared for an incredible experience as this show immerses you in the beloved stories of Pixar in a whole new way. We spoke with Susana Tubert, creative director of the nighttime spectacular, to explain why she dubbed this show as “an ode to the heart of Pixar.” What was the creative inspiration for “Together Forever – A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular”? “Together Forever” is an ode to the heart of Pixar from Disneyland. It was important to capture what makes Pixar films unique, and to show how they are driven by an emotional component that connects viewers to the characters. Learn more about the inspiration here. How is “Together Forever” different from other nighttime spectaculars at Disneyland? How does it tell a story? Pixar is known for its storytelling talents, and the story of this show depicts the ways in which friendships unfold in so many Pixar films. To communicate this in a multimedia fireworks spectacular, guests will see some of their favorite Pixar characters meeting for the first time, setting out on adventures, overcoming adversities, and, in the end, forging everlasting bonds – together. See how this unique nighttime spectacular was brought to life here. How does the multimedia design heighten the excitement for guests? Much like a composer would write a symphony for an orchestra, our team was inspired to create a show that brings together all the different elements – fireworks, projections, music, surround sound, lasers, lighting and special effects. The end result is truly remarkable! Discover how music played an integral role in creating “Together Forever” here. Where is the best spot in Disneyland park to experience “Together Forever”? Guests will want to experience “Together Forever” multiple times, to see it from the different viewing locations. Whether they’re watching from Sleeping Beauty Castle, “it’s a small world,” Rivers of America or Main Street, U.S.A., they will enjoy different perspectives and ways to experience this multimedia spectacular. And no matter where guests choose to watch, they will get a great show! Watch “Together Forever” from different viewing areas here. Hurry, you have until Sept. 3 to enjoy Pixar Fest and “Together Forever” at the Disneyland Resort. View the full article

Disney is at it again with the Instagram-worthy snacks. After the massive success of its iridescent sweets and mermaid-inspired cupcakes, Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom will debut a new picture-perfect treat in the coming weeks: a pretty purple doughnut inspired by Ariel from "The Little Mermaid."Not... View the full article