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Walt Disney World is holding a contest where the prizes include an overnight stay beneath the floating mountains of Pandora, the World of Avatar land within Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park. The winner, plus one guest, will get to camp out — dare we say “glamp”? — overnight in the park and have... View the full article

Sometimes we all just need an escape from the grown-up world and day-to-day responsibilities that go with it. We all know that Walt Disney World Resort truly is that escape and the only place where you never have to grow up. Walt Disney World Resort just dropped the ultimate escape to your #HappyPlace and ‘Oh My Disney’ is giving you a chance to win it. An experience like none other, in a way that only Disney could deliver. For the first and only time, one person and his or her plus one will get the chance to glamp under the floating mountains of Pandora—The World of Avatar, a catered, bespoke and FOMO-inducing experience. Check out disney.com/dcamp for more information on the prize deets and how to enter – hurry up and check it out now! NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Enter Contest between 6/6/18 at 12:00 PM PDT and 6/19/18 at 12:00 PM PDT. Open to legal residents of the 50 U.S. & D.C., who are 18+ at time of entry. Limit 1 entry per person. Finalists must participate in a phone/Skype interview with designated representatives of Sponsor and Walt Disney. View the full article

Attention Florida Residents! This month is a great time to enjoy Disney nighttime spectaculars and other evening entertainment at Walt Disney World theme parks – including the “Happily Ever After” spectacular at Magic Kingdom Park, “IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth” at Epcot, “Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular” at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, or Pandora – The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. And if you’re a Florida Resident, there are two deals going on now that you simply must hear about. First, Florida Residents can experience all that the parks have to offer with special Florida Resident Discover Disney tickets. For a limited time, enjoy three days at a Walt Disney World theme park for $159 per person, plus tax with a Florida Resident Discover Disney Ticket. You can also add a fourth day for just $20 more per person, plus tax. Tickets and options are nontransferable and nonrefundable, and exclude activities/events separately priced. Three- and four-day Discover Disney Tickets expire on June 24, 2018. See Important Details. Planning a longer stay? You can also take advantage of your Florida resident status and make it a staycation complete with a “Fun & Sun” discounted resort hotel room and Discovery Disney Tickets. For example, a family of four can enjoy a three-night stay at a select Disney’s All-Star Resort with four-day Discover Disney tickets for $1,246 – that’s just $78 per person, per day. Check availability among all valid Resort hotels and then add the Discover Disney ticket to make it a package. Sample package price is valid for stays most Monday through Wednesday nights May 28 through June 20, 2018 for 2 adults, 1 junior (ages 10 to 17) and 1 child (ages 3 to 9) when you book by June 20, 2018. Or, as a Florida resident, you can take advantage of special rates at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels now through June 24, 2018. Explore options for your vacation dates here. View the full article

One of the most popular topics we receive questions about at the Disney Parks Moms Panel is how to travel with little ones on a Disney vacation. What attractions can they enjoy to how to pack with a toddler in tow, are a few examples of the questions we receive. The panelists each have their own way of navigating the parks with kiddos, and today we are sharing some of their best tips to help you with your summer travels to Walt Disney World Resort. A day in the parks can be tiresome for your tiny princess or prince. For this reason, Lindsey P. recommends purchasing a park hopper pass to make the most of your vacation. “Our family likes to arrive at the park opening to see the most we can, but we also know our kids are early risers. While the Baby Care Center offers a quiet place to rest or gather much-needed supplies, there’s nothing like the quiet of your hotel room for a mid-day nap, which lets you visit another park in the evening.” Character meals are always a favorite of little ones! Donyell recommends dining at Chef Mickey’s. Little ones can interact with Mickey and his pals while enjoying a scrumptious breakfast or dinner. It’s definitely a must-do dining experience for all ages in her opinion. Priscila is the mom of two little girls and highly recommends renting a stroller from one of the four theme parks. By renting from a Walt Disney World theme park, guests do not have to carry and break down their strollers on Walt Disney World Transportation. She also loves that the stroller is left in the park and does not take up space in her resort room. For more information on traveling with your little one at the Walt Disney World Resort, be sure to visit DisneyParksMomsPanel.com for a personalized response from our knowledgeable panel. View the full article

In the 1938 film “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,” Snow White flees Wicked Queen to find shelter in the forest, where she befriends the Seven Dwarfs – as well as many winged or four-legged forest creatures. And it was Snow White’s penchant for making friends inspired today’s Disney Doodle. In it, artist Ashley Taylor imagines Snow White heading exploring our wilderness-themed resort hotel here at Walt Disney World Resort – Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. “Snow White loves spending time with her forest friends,” Ashley said. “It’s easy to imagine her visiting the Wilderness Lodge to sing to all of the forest creatures who live there!” View the full article

Every June, Walt Disney World gets even more colorful with rainbow gear and eats that celebrate peace, love, and Mickey Mouse during the unofficial “gay days” in Orlando. And this year is no exception! Here we’ve got some fun drinks, eats, and merchandise to color your days at Disney World! Cinderella Castle Head over to Maria & Enzo’s in Disney Springs for this colorful concoction: Rainbow Punch! It’s a layered drink consisting of rum, blue curacao, pineapple and orange juice, and grenadine. The tropical drink is garnished with an orange wedge, a chunk of pineapple, and a cherry. It’s basically vacation in a cocktail! Maria & Enzo’s Rainbow Punch Thanks to @jannettaoj1‘s tag on Instagram, we also got a peak at the Disney Springs Starbucks‘ menu for this month, featuring Equali-Tea, Support Smoothies, Love is Love Frappuccino, and Heartbeat Macchiato! Starbucks Rainbow Menu Also in Disney Springs, guests can pick up a Sprinkles cupcake that’s accented with rainbow sprinkles. We love the simple and festive design! (Thanks to @theredheadfooddiary for the Insta-tag!) Sprinkles Rainbow Cupcake The Ganachery in Disney Springs is also embracing the rainbow with two hand-painted treats! The Rainbow Pinata is filled with chocolates, and the Chocolate Ganache Pop makes an awesome mid-day (or mid-morning or really all-day) treat. Rainbow Pinata and Rainbow Chocolate Pop If you’re in a rainbow mood at the Magic Kingdom, the Main Street Bakery featured a Rainbow Unicorn Cupcake! Two super fun food designs in one sweet treat = love! This one is no longer available, but keep an eye out in case it returns! Thanks to @brbgoingtodisney for the tag! Rainbow Unicorn Cupcake Also at the Magic Kingdom, guests can find this simpler take on the Rainbow Cupcake. We found them at Main Street Confectionery and Big Top Treats! Rainbow Cupcake Some of the resorts are getting in on the action! Check out this beautiful creation from Beach Club Marketplace! Rainbow Cupcake From the proud and colorful Mickey white chocolate piece to the rainbow sprinkles, this is about as good as it gets, folks! Rainbow Cupcake Oh — there’s also glitter. Because glitter! And inside there’s RAINBOW CAKE!! Glittery Rainbow Cupcake At confectionery locations in the Magic Kingdom, we found Rainbow Mickey Krispie Treats, which are covered in gorgeous bands of colorful sugar. Rainbow Mickey Krispie It’s a fun and celebratory time to visit the parks of Walt Disney World — and these rainbow treats make it a tasty time to visit, too! Don’t forget to follow DFB on Instagram and to tag us with #disneyfoodblog if you want to see your Disney foods featured! We love to celebrate with our Disney food friends! Which rainbow treat has you seeing pots of gold? Let us know in the comments! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: News and Review: Rainbow and World of Color Goofy’s Glaciers! News: Celebrate Mickey Mouse’s Birthday with Special Treats at Walt Disney World and Disneyland! Halloween Treats in Walt Disney World View the full article

Looking to try something a little different — and a lot exciting — at The Edison in Walt Disney World’s Disney Springs this month? Head into this steampunk-inspired restaurant (with its three bars!), and get ready to enjoy the Burger of the Month! The Edison The Edison began its new tradition of highlighting a burger each month back in April, and this month, it’s all about the Impossible Burger — kicked up a notch! For the month of June, diners can order the Electric Garden Burger, a vegan burger that’s loaded with flavor! ©The Edison The Electric Garden Burger starts with an Impossible Burger patty — a vegan patty that’s crafted to provide the flavor and texture of a real beef patty. The Electric Garden Burger is then topped with tempura-fried avocados (yum!), mushrooms, local sweet and spicy pickles, and a harissa cocktail sauce. There’s also lettuce and tomato on there. The Edison serves up the Impossible Burger all the time, topped with classic burger accompaniments like lettuce, tomato, pickle, and onions, so if you can’t get in to The Edison during the month of June, you can still enjoy the protein-packed burger on your next visit. We suspect we’ll see the Impossible Burger on other menus around the World in the future, as we did at Restaurantosaurus for Animal Kingdom’s Party for the Planet celebration! Earth Day Impossible Burger The Edison is a restaurant with a lot going on — including some energetic nightlife! We love that they’ve added the Burger of the Month to their repertoire — and we’re even more excited to see they’re highlighting a vegan burger this month! We can’t wait to see what they come up with next! Want to see some must dos in Disney Springs? Check out this DFB Youtube video featuring some of our favorites! Would you dig into the Electric Garden Burger at The Edison? Let us know what you think in the comments! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: Burger of The Month Comes to The Edison at Disney World! Review: New French Dip Burger at Epcot’s Electric Umbrella INSIDE the Edison and MORE — Opening SOON at Disney World! View the full article

If you’ve grown to love Joffrey’s Coffee at the Disney Parks, your morning coffee routine is about to get Disney-fied! Mickey Mouse Joffrey’s Coffee! That’s because Joffrey’s has announced that its partnership with Disney has led to the creation of three unique and brand-spankin’-new blends that will be available for purchase online and in grocery stores! While Joffrey’s specialty Disney coffees have always been available online, this is the first time they’ll be in YOUR grocery store! ©Disney The first of the three new blends will be available starting in August and will celebrate Steamboat Willie‘s 90th anniversary (technically November 28!) with Disney Mickey’s 90th Anniversary Blend. This blend will be limited edition — so be sure to get yours while you can! Additional blends include Disney French Bistro (currently available at Walt Disney World) and Disney Organic Peru Alto Mayo. It’s time to fuel up, Disney food (and coffee!) friends! Wanna stay on top of all the Disney Parks food news? Sign up for the Disney Food Blog Newsletter, and never miss the breaking news! Do you like to start your Disney days with Joffrey’s? What do you think about bringing Joffrey’s home? Let us know in the comments! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: News: Disney World Joffrey’s Kiosks Serving Coffee for a Dollar on September 29th for National Coffee Day News! Joffrey’s Coffee Named As Official Disney Coffee Provider News: Joffrey’s Coffee Adds “Le Cellier Blend” to Its Disney Collection View the full article

Just in time for its 50th anniversary, Pirates of the Caribbean in Disneyland reopens with NEW LIMITED TIME FOOD items! Pirates of The Caribbean Entrance Sign ©Disney After a six-week refurbishment, the Pirates of the Caribbean reopened to guests on June 8th. We’ll talk about that in a second, but first…THE FOOD! New Blue Bayou Pirates of the Caribbean Menu Items Available for a limited time until June 18, Blue Bayou will be offering these special Pirates of the Caribbean inspired eats! Redd’’s Strawberry Cake is a sponge cake covered in strawberry compote syrup with candied strawberry, coconut Chantilly, and pineapple sautéed in brown sugar and vanilla bean… YUM! Redds Strawberry Cake at Blue Bayou ©Disney The “Cursed Pirate” Fried Octopus & Calamari includes andouille sausage, remoulade, haricot vert, and rum-soaked pineapple. Cursed Pirate Fried Octopus & Calamari at Blue Bayou ©Disney Chicken Betty’s” Jidori Free Range Chicken is served on coconut rice with ham hock, maque choux, fried plantains, and a spiced rum glaze. Chicken Bettys Jidori Free Range Chicken ©Disney Make sure you check out the new eats while you can before June 18th!! Pirates of the Caribbean New Redhead Auction Scene! Like Disney World a few months ago, Disneyland has kept most of the original aspects of the ride. But they have also introduced some new elements to this classic attraction. Pirates of the Caribbean Auction Scene ©Disney OF COURSE we’re talking about the auction scene, which used to auction off women and now auctions the townspeople’s possessions. And yes, the redhead is now a pirate herself! These changes are said to be reflecting modern sensibilities, but are controversial with Disney fans around the world. Speaking of, Redd is currently wandering Disneyland’s New Orleans Square if you’d like to get a picture yourself! Redd Character in Disneyland What do you think? Let us know in the comments! Don’t forget to check out more DISNEYLAND FOOD! Click here to see our Disneyland Food Coverage! And Join the DFB Newsletter List for All the News As Soon as it Happens! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: Disneyland’s Blue Bayou Review: Gold-Dusted Treats and MORE Pirates 50th Anniversary Eats in Disneyland! Review: Blue Bayou in Disneyland View the full article

School is out for summer – here in Florida, anyway! It’s the perfect time to visit Walt Disney World Resort theme parks and stay for amazing nighttime spectaculars and other evening entertainment. We shared a full look at what’s on for the summer in this previous blog post. But, a picture says a thousand words, right? Gallery Nighttime Spectaculars at Walt Disney World Resort view all Check out the photo gallery above for a look at some of our favorite photos of Walt Disney World Resort at night. View the full article

Starting Saturday, June 9, Star-Lord and Gamora from “Guardians of the Galaxy” will take guests on a musical journey through the cosmos in “Guardians of the Galaxy – Awesome Mix Live!” at the America Gardens Theatre at Epcot. Guests can catch “Guardians of the Galaxy – Awesome Mix Live!” five times a day from June 9 through August 19. It is included with theme park admission and is part of Walt Disney World’s lineup of “Incredible Summer” offerings. While you’re here, stop into the American Adventure at Epcot where you’ll find special offerings inspired by the new “Guardians of the Galaxy: Awesome Mix Live!” At Liberty Inn, you’ll find an adorable Groot Sipper Cup that comes with your choice of fountain or frozen beverage and a Rocket Fuel Slushy with frozen Coca-Cola and bourbon. Over at Fife & Drum Tavern, you can sip on an “I am Float” Root Beer with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream and mint leaves or the Awesome Mix Slushy with layers of frozen lemonade, blue raspberry, and strawberry. There’s also the chocolate Galaxy Cupcake with buttercream and a white chocolate piece featuring Groot! View the full article

Disneyland Resort Pastry Chef Gracie Gomez is taking advantage of the summertime Pixar Fest to create one-of-a-kind desserts for guests. Each dessert represents a new and exciting way that Pixar Fest is presenting the beloved stories from Pixar Animation Studios at the Disneyland Resort, now through Sept. 3. In this “Every Role a Starring Role,” see how Gracie creates sweet treats, including Pixar Fest goodies, and helps guests feel – and taste – the magic in each location. What is your favorite Pixar Fest dessert? View the full article

We’re Making Lost & Found So Easy … It’s Like Magic View the full article

2019 Dates Announced for the 15th Annual Festival Disney Competition View the full article

Enjoy Fireworks & Nighttime Spectaculars Now at the Walt Disney World Resort View the full article

Disney Bounding Guests Celebrate the 65th Anniversary of Disney’s ‘Peter Pan’ at Magic Kingdom Park View the full article

“Being at a Walt Disney World vacation with my entire family has been nothing short of a miracle and a dream,” exclaimed TV personality and recording artist Tamar Braxton, who was recently at Walt Disney World Resort to celebrate her son Logan’s fifth birthday. While here, Tamar and her family teamed up to cheer on sibling and seven-time Grammy award winning recording artist Toni Braxton who was determined to experience her first ever roller coaster ride! Her thrill attraction of choice was Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. A great time was held by the generations of Braxton family members who played in the Disney theme parks and even hung out with Minnie Mouse! Check out the video below for a look at their visit: View the full article

We’re celebrating the summer on the West Coast with tons of tasty new offerings at Disneyland Resort! From refreshing beverages and bites to an all-new buffet, read on to find out all the juicy details. Ahoy, Mateys – there be new eats afloat in New Orleans Square! That’s right, for a limited time only, you’ll find a few new eats celebrating Pirates of the Caribbean in Disneyland park. At Blue Bayou Restaurant, in addition to the regular menu there will be three new options through June 18. The first is the “Cursed Pirate” Fried Octopus & Calamari with andouille sausage, rum-soaked pineapple, haricot vert, and remoulade. The second dish is “Chicken Betty’s” Jidori Free Range Chicken with coconut rice, ham hock, maque choux, fried plantains, and a spiced rum glaze. Redd’s Strawberry Cake rounds out the new items as a sponge cake soaked in strawberry compote syrup with candied strawberry, coconut Chantilly, and diced pineapple sautéed in brown sugar and vanilla bean. Also, only until June 10, you can find two more special Pirates of the Caribbean-inspired offerings at Disneyland park – the Redd Velvet Cake at French Market Restaurant and the Golden Churro at the Churro Cart in New Orleans Square! Let’s continue with a drink, shall we? If you’re staying at one of the hotels of the Disneyland Resort, then you can make a visit to one the many poolside bars for a refreshing beverage and a bite to eat. And just for Pixar Fest, there’s some amazing new beverages that you just have to try! At the Disneyland Hotel Pool Bar, you can get a taste of The Adventurer’s Spirit with tequila, orange juice, and grenadine, or the non-alcoholic Explorer Punch with pineapple juice, orange juice, lemon juice, passion fruit, guava, and grenadine. Order some Shrimp Tacos or an Island-style Hot Dog to go with it and you’ve got yourself a refreshing poolside pairing. At the pool bar at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, you can try the Number 1 Fan with blueberry vodka, lemon juice, and strawberry syrup or the non-alcoholic Totally Wicked Punch with pineapple juice, pomegranate juice, soda water, and flavors of mango, guava, and ginger with a pineapple garnish. And while you’re sipping and sitting by the pool, why not snack on some Avocado Toast, House-Made Hummus, salads, sandwiches, or “Grand”-crafted Pizzas? Catching some rays at the Sand Bar at Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel? Then try the Forget-Me-Not with coconut rum, blue curaçao, piña colada mix, and whipped cream or the non-alcoholic Lucky Fin with blood orange syrup, orange juice, and nonfat yogurt. And while you’re there, why not snack on some sandwiches, flavored popcorn (dill, white cheddar, or butter), churros, or a Mickey-shaped pretzel! Speaking of Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel, there’s a brand-new dinner buffet experience coming to Disney’s PCH Grill. Starting on July 10, guests can feast on the new Calitalian Dinner Buffet. This All-You-Care-To-Enjoy Italian buffet features Italiano dishes with flavors from the Tuscan countryside. Build your own salad or choose from options such as Caprese Salad, Italian Panzanella Salad (with tomato, bread, cucumber, and pickled red onion), and Antipasto Salad or enjoy a warm soup like Italian Minestrone or Cream of Broccoli. The hot station will have dishes such as Braised Lamb Osso Bucco, House-Made Italian Meatballs, Slow-Baked Lasagna Bolognese-Style, Grilled Salmon Filet, Eggplant Parmigiana, and more! Of course, what’s an Italian buffet without PASTA? Choose from spaghetti, penne, and macaroni with sauce options that include Bolognese, pesto cream, Alfredo, and Pomodoro sauce. The kiddos can enjoy Spaghetti with Turkey Meatballs, Grilled Hot Dogs, Steamed Corn on the Cob, Mac and Cheese, and Mozzarella Sticks. Lastly, for dessert, satisfy your sweet tooth Tiramisù, Mini Verrines, pastries, Panna Cotta, Cannoli, or Italian Rum Cakes, just to name a few. But remember, these items are rotational and you never know what exciting new Italian eats you might find at Disney’s PCH Grill’s Calitalian Buffet! So come on out, grab a friend and try these new eats! You won’t want to miss them. And if you’re wanting to book a reservation for Disney’s PCH Grill at Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel or Blue Bayou Restaurant at Disneyland park, visit the Disneyland Resort website or call (714) 781-DINE (714 781-3463) between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. daily Pacific Time. View the full article

Pirates of the Caribbean at Disneyland park is back from refurbishment—just in time for summer. As we previously shared, guests now sailing will be introduced to a new scene, that’s familiar to those who have visited Walt Disney World and Disneyland Paris, which features a pirate auctioneer overseeing a sale of the townspeople’s most prized possessions and goods. The familiar redhead figure, known as Redd, has also switched sides to become a pirate who’s just pillaged the town’s rum supply. In addition, we’re excited to share another new bit of magic developed by our team of Imagineers! Kim Irvine, Art Director for Walt Disney Imagineering, gives us a peek at what’s new inside Pirates of the Caribbean (warning—spoiler alert!): As Kim mentions, another fun element has been added, which fans from the attraction’s early days may recognize—but you’ll have to experience it for yourself and listen closely to find out! View the full article

#DisneyKids: Epcot Offers Preschool-Friendly Fun View the full article

We’re in high-planning mode for the 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival! And a big part of that process is picking and planning for the Festival’s Special Events and Low-Cost Seminars and Demonstrations. Party for the Senses Booking for Special Events and Low-Cost Seminars and Demonstrations opens up to the general public on June 14, 2018. But certain affinity groups will have early access to booking! So, if you are a Disney Vacation Club Member, Disney World Annual Passholder, Tables in Wonderland Member, or a Golden Oak Resident, booking likely opens up for you on June 12, 2018. (We have confirmation for Disney Vacation Club members and Tables in Wonderland Members and are waiting on confirmation for Annual Passholders, but in previous years, these groups have always been able to book on the same date.) Note that, at this time, we are not sure if early booking access applies to Disney Visa holders. Place Setting for Beer Demonstration at Food and Wine Festival Disney Vacation Club members may call Member Services at (800) 800-9800. Other group members may book through (407) 939-3378. Bon appétit! Want to stay informed of ALL the Disney News?? Sign Up for the Disney Food Blog Newsletter and don’t miss a thing! Click HERE to subscribe! Ready to Plan for Your 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Trip? Pre-Order the DFB Guide to the 2018 Epcot Food & Wine Festival e-Book today, and get the 2017 edition free as an immediate download! Two guides for the price of one! 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! Pre-Order your 2018 edition today and get the 2017 edition for FREE! Don’t miss a moment of the fun! Use code Chefs at check-out for a 20% off the cover price! Are you busy planning your Food and Wine activities? Please let us know with a comment! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: Confirmed! Food and Wine Festival Early Booking Date and Discounts For TiW and DVC Members, and Annual Passholders Epcot Food & Wine Festival Discounts and Early Booking Date Announced UPDATED: News! Updates to Early Booking for Some Events at the 2016 Epcot Food and Wine Festival View the full article

#DisneyKids: Creating Lasting Memories with Multi-Gen Travel to Walt Disney World Resort View the full article

This month’s Walt Disney World Resort Best Bites is overflowing with new menus, a new brunch, and more! But first, I have to tell you about a brand-new location that recently opened at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort at Walt Disney World Resort. Rix Sports Bar & Grill is the perfect place to unwind as an upscale destination where you can watch your favorite game and experience a unique twist on classic bar food, handcrafted cocktails, and local draft beers. Whether you’re a sports fan or a foodie, you’re sure to love this place. In addition to classics like wings and nachos, the appetizer menu features items such as Lobster Sliders with fresh lobster salad on Parker House rolls and Veggie Lettuce Wraps with sautéed peppers, onions, squash, zucchini, and an Asian sesame marinade. There’s also the Watchos. This delicious basket of crispy waffle fries comes loaded with queso blanco, bacon, and scallions and is a great dish to snack on while you enjoy the game! For the entrées, you’ll find an array of items such as Short Rib Chili, Rix Salad (with an artisanal blend of greens tossed in an orange-honey vinaigrette with beets, tomato, cucumber, and goat cheese), the BBQ Ranch Burger, and 15-Spice BBQ Ribs. One of the highlights of the menu is the mouthwatering Bacon Cheeseburger with crispy onion straws, peppered thick-cut bacon, tomato, lettuce, and your choice of cheese. Now, if you’re getting hungry reading about these dishes, then check out the full menu online and be sure to make a reservation! Now let’s get back to one of the things I mentioned earlier – BRUNCH! If you read my June Sweet Treats post, then you know that there’s a new brunch coming to Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ at Disney Springs. Starting on June 24, you can enjoy the Rise & Shine Southern Brunch on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. On the starter menu, you’ll find cheddar drop biscuits served with either blackberry fig jam or sawmill gravy. There’s also DELICIOUS DOUGHNUTS! You can either get Bacon & Pecan Doughnuts drizzled with caramel or the Rise N’ Shine house-made sugar doughnuts served with spiced cane syrup and seasonal fruit. But wait, there’s more! The starters on the menu include a selection of southern comfort foods like the Hallelujah Biscuit. This dish is comprised of an open-faced big biscuit topped with Chef Art’s famous fried chicken, two fried eggs, pimento cheese, and pecan-smoked bacon and smothered in sawmill gravy. There’s also the Sunrise Burger topped with pecan-smoked bacon, a fried egg, white cheddar, and tomato-bacon jam, or the Country Benedict, an open-faced big biscuit with griddled country ham, two poached eggs and house-made hollandaise. And of course, a brunch wouldn’t be complete without drinks! The Rise & Shine cocktail menu has a wide selection of Bloody Marys, sangria, and more – with the highlight being the Princess Mimosa with bubbly and freshly-squeezed Florida orange juice. Over at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, we have a yummy new Italian Sausage Hoagie at the Dino Diner topped with sautéed peppers and onions and served with potato chips. At Magic Kingdom Park, there’s the Hot Dog of the Month at Casey’s Corner – the Philly Cheese Steak Hot Diggity Dog with roast beef, sautéed peppers and onions, and cheese sauce. This month’s Flatbread of the Month at Pinocchio Village Haus is the Beef & Bleu Flatbread with bleu cheese, onions, and beef brisket with Alfredo sauce and brushed with a garlic butter. Right next door at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, you can cool off with some refreshing new coffee beverages and snacks at the Oasis Bar & Grill. Enjoy some Kalua Pork Sliders while you sip on a Seven Seas Salty Caramel cold brew with vodka, coffee liqueur, and a caramel garnish or an Island Java-rita cold brew coffee margarita with premium tequila, orange liqueur, and flavors of mango, guava, and ginger. There’s also the Tahitian Vanilla cold brew with Irish whisky, Irish cream, vanilla, and whipped cream that goes GREAT with Malasadas – Portuguese doughnuts served with passion fruit curd. Looking for an on-the-go breakfast pastry? Well Disney’s BoardWalk has some savory pastry turnovers at the BoardWalk Bakery. Try the Meat Lovers Pastry Turnover with scrambled eggs, ham, pork sausage, jalapeños, and crème fraiche or the Vegetarian Pastry Turnover with scrambled eggs, spinach, basil, piquillo peppers, and crème fraîche. Rounding out the list this time is Disney’s Wilderness Lodge! At Artist Point, you’ll find two new menu items – the first being Wild Halibut Cioppino. Serving two, this dish comes with clams, mussels, bay scallops, Carolina gold rice, pigeon peas, and baby fennel. The second dish is the Farm Egg Pappardelle with duck ragoût, English peas, dandelion greens, and aged cow’s milk cheese. And for your sweet tooth, you can also find Chocolate Caramel Mousse at Roaring Fork. Be sure to come on out and visit Walt Disney World Resort to try all of these delicious new offerings! To make a reservation for Artist Point at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ at Disney Springs or Rix Sports Bar & Grill at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, visit the Walt Disney World Resort website or call (407) WDW-DINE (407-939-3463). View the full article

In honor of National Best Friends Day, we wanted to share the best experiences Disneyland Resort Annual Passholders can enjoy with their best friends. With Pixar Fest going on now, and Pixar Pier set to open in just two weeks, it’s truly the best time to grab your BFF and enjoy all-things Pixar at the Disneyland Resort! Jump start your planning now because starting June 11 through September 3, Annual Passholders can bring a friend to the Disneyland Resort and save up to 40 percent off an adult 1-Day Park Hopper ticket.* Plus, So Cal Select, So Cal and Deluxe Passholders, we’re unblocking select dates in June**, giving you more time to celebrate friendship and beyond with your bestie! Starting June 11, tickets may be purchased at the Disneyland Resort main gate or Disney Desk locations at participating Good Neighbor Hotels. Tickets are valid only on day of purchase and only on days that the Passholder’s Passport is valid for admission. Here are the top 5 things to do with your best friend! 1. Catch all the entertainment of Pixar Fest. The beloved stories of favorite Pixar friends can be found throughout Disneyland Resort! You and your pal can enjoy the super cute “Pixar Play Parade” at Disneyland park and the dazzling “Paint the Night” parade at Disney California Adventure park. Don’t forget to look up in the evening skies for the all-new “Together Forever – A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular,” also at Disneyland park. 2. Taste Pixar-inspired eats and treats. Now is the time to treat your best friend! During Pixar Fest, the limited-time food and beverage offerings are perfect for sharing. Why not split a Fried Bologna Sandwich from Carnation Cafe, followed by Grape Soda Cake Pops from Trolley Treats? 3. Buddy up! Some favorite Pixar buddies are in Disney California Adventure park, ready to meet you and your best pal. Say cheese and get autographs from Buzz and Woody or Mike and Sully! 4. Enjoy the sounds of Pixar. Take a break and soak in the memorable music of Pixar, performed by favorite musical acts—including the The Pixarmonic Orchestra at Disney California Adventure park. 5. Discover your favorite Pixar stories at Pixar Pier. Opening June 23, Pixar Pier will be a newly reimagined land at Disney California Adventure park featuring whimsical neighborhoods representing beloved Pixar stories with newly themed experiences and attractions, including the highly-anticipated Incredicoaster! *Savings based on the non-discounted price of the applicable adult ticket. Tickets valid for ages 3 and above. Valid only for Annual Passholders with Passports that are valid for admission on day of visit; Passholder must present valid Annual Passport for purchase and admission (government-issued photo ID may be required). Tickets valid for use only on day of purchase, and Passholder must accompany guests into the parks. Offer not valid before June 11, 2018 and ends on September 3, 2018. May purchase up to two (2) tickets per Passholder per day with valid Annual Passport at any Disneyland® Resort Ticket Booth or at Disney Desk locations in participating Good Neighbor Hotels. Tickets may not be sold or transferred for commercial use and exclude activities/events separately priced. Each day of use constitutes one full day of use. Offer may not be combined with other ticket discounts or promotions. Subject to capacity, restrictions and change without notice. Special Passholder Ticket Prices: Value Park Hopper Price: $89 Regular Park Hopper Price: $99 Peak Park Hopper Price: $109 View 1-Day Ticket Calendar. **Affected Blockout Dates: SoCal Select: June 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 18, 19 and 20, 2018 SoCal: June 15, 16, 20, 21 and 22, 2018 Deluxe June 16, 2018 View the full article

Next weekend, the long-awaited sequel to Disney•Pixar’s animated hit “The Incredibles” blasts into theaters, and guests sailing with Disney Cruise Line won’t have to wait until they get home to find out what our favorite family of supers have been up to since we last saw them. “Incredibles 2” will premiere in Disney cruise ship theaters at the same time as on land! Did you know our guests can relive the excitement of the original film from the comfort of their staterooms? “The Incredibles” is available on-demand aboard all Disney Cruise Line ships, along with a massive line-up of Disney animated and live-action films. For guests sailing with us over the next week, an in-room viewing party (complete with milk and cookies from room service, please!) is the perfect way to celebrate the return of Mr. Incredible, Elastigirl, Violet, Dash and Jack Jack. Our littlest sailors can even get in on the action during Jack Jack’s Incredible Diaper Dash, a high-speed crawling race named for the youngest Parr family hero. During the dash, babies don their race numbers and crawl to the finish line of a specially themed 20-foot track, fueled by rousing music from the film and the cheers of an atrium full of spectators. This super fun event is offered year-round, and it’s a blast for guests sailing with and without crawling cruisers of their own. Will you be catching up with the Incredibles on land or at sea next weekend? Either way, it’s sure to be “totally wicked!” View the full article