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Have you ever wanted to see how an Audio-Animatronics figure was created for a Disney Park? Well, today you’re in luck. We’re continuing to celebrate the first anniversary of Pandora – The World of Avatar by sharing an amazing behind-the-scenes look at how our Imagineers designed the most advanced Audio-Animatronics figure in Imagineering history – the Shaman of Songs. Guests can encounter the Shaman of Songs inside Na’vi River Journey, after they board a boat and are whisked away on an immersive journey deep into a bioluminescent rainforest on Pandora. There, the Shaman of Songs sits, sending positive energy out into the forest through the power of her movements and music. But bringing her to life required the Imagineering/LEI project team to not only apply the latest technologies in robotics, but also develop an estimated 20 new technologies to bring this figure to life. The goal was to make the figure’s tech as hidden as possible, to make the shaman as lifelike as possible. Go behind the scenes as the Shaman of Songs is created in the video above. Don’t forget to visit the Disney Parks Blog each day this week for another look at Pandora – The World of Avatar. View the full article

Starting last week, Disneyland Annual Passholders were able to access Mobile Order at Counter Service locations all over Disneyland Resort. But now, all guests visiting Disneyland are able to utilize the service! Using Mobile Order at Award Wieners in Disney California Adventure As a refresher, Mobile Order is a process available via the Disneyland app which allows guests to pre-order and pre-pay for their food at participating Counter Service restaurants, thereby avoiding time spent in line! (Here’s a tip: if you aren’t seeing the icon allowing you to “Order Food” in your Disneyland app, be sure to install the latest update. ) Disneyland app screenshot For those already familiar with how Mobile Order works in Disney World, it’s good to know that there are some differences as to how it works in Disneyland. Find out how Mobile Order works in Disneyland here! Visit our Disneyland Mobile Order Page for step-by-step instructions! The following 15 locations now offer Mobile Order for all guests: Disneyland Bengal Barbecue Galactic Grill Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor Hungry Bear Restaurant Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe Red Rose Taverne Bengal Barbecue Disney California Adventure Award Wieners Cocina Cucamonga Mexican Grill Lucky Fortune Cookery Pacific Wharf Cafe Clarabelle’s Hand-scooped Ice Cream Corn Dog Castle Flo’s V-8 Cafe Paradise Garden Grill Smokejumpers Grill Award Wieners New to Mobile Order? Find out how it works on our Disneyland Mobile Order Page! And check out more Disneyland Food Fun here! Will you be using Mobile Order on your next Disneyland trip? 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: Mobile Order Locations Announced for Disneyland (PLUS Early Access NOW for Annual Passholders!) News! Mobile Order Coming to Disneyland Resort (And It’ll Be WAY Better Than It Is At Disney World) UPDATED: News: Disney World’s Mobile Order System Expands to Contempo Cafe at Contemporary Resort View the full article

Disney World Starbucks locations will be operating on limited hours today — May 29, 2018 — to take part in mandatory company-wide training by Starbucks. Main Street Bakery page screenshot The Disney World in-park locations — Magic Kingdom’s Main Street Bakery, Epcot’s Fountain View, Animal Kingdom’s Creature Comforts, and Trolley Car Cafe in Hollywood Studios — will all be closed from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm EST, as reflected on the screenshot above. Currently, the operating hours for the Disney Springs locations on the West Side and Marketplace are listed as closing at 2:00 pm. No reopening hours are listed on the Disney World website at this time. This company-wide training is resulting in the early closure of Starbucks locations across the country for today. 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. 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: First Disney World Starbucks Locations Announced! Spotted: 2015 Starbucks Disney Parks Holiday Souvenir Mug News! Disney Park Mugs Arrive at Starbucks Locations in Disney World and Disneyland View the full article

What makes a Disney cruise extra special? That might depend on who you ask! For kids, tweens and teens, nowhere else on the high seas offers such a range of immersive, age-specific activities and themed spaces. Likewise, adults love the exclusive fine dining, entertainment, nightlife and spaces reserved just for them. But no matter who you ask, everyone in the family agrees that it’s the magical Disney touches that truly sets this vacation apart, as families enjoy deck parties with fireworks at sea, Broadway-quality stage shows and imaginative dining like only Disney can create. Add world-class tropical destinations and the ease of a cruise to all that magic, and you’ve got three vacations in one! During our seven-night Caribbean itineraries, families have even more time to explore vibrant islands, relax on sun-kissed beaches and make memories together. Take a look at the video below for a glimpse of all that’s in store aboard a weeklong Caribbean getaway. View the full article

Ever wished you could order your lunch at the touch of a button? Now Disneyland Resort guests can do just that and more, thanks to the new mobile ordering service now available on the Disneyland App! To order from any of the 15 fast casual and quick-service restaurant locations, simply download the Disneyland App (or install the latest app update) and follow the prompts to register for an account. From there, you can search for a participating location, select an arrival time window for pickup, choose items from the menu and place an order. For more information, check out our video tutorial and take a look the infographic below. Happy ordering! Mobile ordering service is now available at six Disneyland park locations – Bengal Barbecue, Galactic Grill, Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor, Hungry Bear Restaurant, Jolly Holiday Bakery Café and Red Rose Taverne – and nine Disney California Adventure park locations – Award Wieners, Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream, Cocina Cucamonga Mexican Grill, Corn Dog Castle, Flo’s V8 Café, Lucky Fortune Cookery, Pacific Wharf Café, Paradise Garden Grill and Smokejumpers Grill. View the full article

Two-hundred Disney Parks Blog readers gathered Thursday night, thrilled to be among the first to see Solo: A Star Wars Story at AMC Disney Springs 24. Our group featured many guests wearing Star Wars-inspired outfits and costumes, and in addition to a screening of the film, they also got to enjoy appearances by costumed fan groups including the 501st Legion, a Wookiee Roar challenge, complimentary buttons, and photo ops. Solo: A Star Wars Story, is an all-new adventure with the most beloved scoundrel in the galaxy. Through a series of daring escapades deep within a dark and dangerous criminal underworld, Han Solo befriends his mighty future copilot Chewbacca and meets the notorious gambler Lando Calrissian, in a journey that will set the course of one of the Star Wars saga’s most unlikely heroes. Check out the video above to hear what our readers have to say about the film, which is in theaters now! View the full article

Were you one of the millions of movie-goers who enjoyed Solo: A Star Wars Story over the weekend? The film shares the adventure of Han Solo, the most beloved scoundrel in the galaxy. Through a series of daring escapades deep within a dark and dangerous criminal underworld, Han befriends his mighty future copilot Chewbacca and meets the notorious gambler Lando Calrissian, in a journey that sets the course for one of the Star Wars saga’s most unlikely heroes. Last week, Steven Miller shared a roundup of new merchandise inspired by Solo: A Star Wars Story. Today, I’m happy to share a look at Chewbacca merchandise that’s currently available at the Walt Disney World Resort. This legendary Wookiee warrior is featured on everything – from new pins, socks, plush toys, mugs and Christmas ornaments. Some of my favorites are these new Chewbacca-inspired sweatshirt, handbag, MagicBand – and kid’s T-shirt, which is perfect for my son! Guests can also stop print their own Chewie smartphone case at Disney Springs. If you’re shopping for anything Star Wars, your best selections can be found at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney Springs. The Shop Disney Parks app can help you find the exact item you desire, as well as the nearest location. Select items can also be purchased within that app. While you’re shopping, don’t forget that guests can #MeetChewie at Star Wars Launch Bay at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, too! View the full article

Just one year ago, guests at Disney’s Animal Kingdom first experienced the wonder of Pandora – The World of Avatar. There, guests are able to experience the wonder of the moon, its thrilling waterfalls, resplendent nighttime bioluminescent plant life, enjoy the adventure offered at Na’vi River Journey and the chance to experience flying atop a banshee at Avatar Flight of Passage. In honor of the land’s first anniversary, our friends at Walt Disney Imagineering have cracked open their video vault to share a few precious video clips right here with you over the next few days. The first video in the series takes us back to when the first beam was raised on the land that would become Pandora – The World of Avatar. If you’re fan of Pandora and Disney history, this video is truly a must-watch, with Jon Landau, Joe Rohde, George Kalogridis, Djuan Rivers and other members of the Imagineering and Lightstorm project team gathering in one place to share their excitement and predictions of what was to come with the expansion. View the full article

Space Mountain is a must-do for many guests visiting Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort. This Tomorrowland favorite has taken guests on a wildly adventurous intergalactic trip since it opened at the park in 1975. How well do you know this attraction? Test your knowledge below! View the full article

Pixar Fest is still very much on in Disneyland Resort! And starting this Friday, June 1st, the Pixar Fest Classic Afternoon Tea Celebration at Steakhouse 55 in the Disneyland Hotel will add to the offerings! The Pixar Fest Classic Afternoon Tea is now available for booking from 12:00 noon to 3:00 pm on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from June 1 through September 2, 2018. Pixar Fest Afternoon Tea ©Disney Cost for the Classic Tea Party (which includes Pixar-themed scones, salads, tea sandwiches, pastries and other sweets along with your selection of tea) is $52.00 per adult. The Premium Tea Party (which also includes a Sparkling Wine) is $60 for of-age guests. The Kids’ Tea Party is $35.00. Interested guests may reserve online or call (714) 781-DINE to book. Click here to read all about Pixar Fest and print your own Pixar Fest Food Checklist! Would you like to attend the Pixar Fest Classic Afternoon Tea Celebration? 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: News: Afternoon Tea Packages Coming to Steakhouse 55 in the Disneyland Hotel The Best Disneyland Pixar Fest Nosh So Far: Cocoa Churro DFB Video: Pixar Fest Must-Eats in Disneyland! View the full article

We’re just days away from June… and we’re ready to ring in summer with its arrival! In fact, we’re already having an INCREDIBLE SUMMER in Disney World! Incredible Summer on Magic Kingdom Map Magic Kingdom’s offering to the Disney World celebration (the highlight of which will be the opening of Toy Story Land in Hollywood Studios on June 30th) is the Incredible Tomorrowland Expo. Incredible Tomorrowland Expo Festivities include the Super Party Time dance party with characters from The Incredibles (and, of course, Incredibles 2!). Super Party Time And the Jack Jack Diaper Dash. (Which means that, yes, you can register your baby in a crawling race at the Tomorrowland stage.) Diaper Dash sign Special photo backdrops are in place for some Incredible pics! Photo backdrop Photo backdrop And, of course, themed Incredible edibles are on hand for the occasion, which runs through September 3rd! Incredible Tomorrowland Expo Specialty Snacks Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe You can find themed snacks in the Counter Service locations all over Tomorrowland, which include Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe. Super Stretchy Burger This is where you’ll find the Super Stretchy Burger in honor of Mrs. Incredible! Super Stretchy Burger Underneath that Incredible bun topper is a beef patty paired with American cheese, bacon, and garlic ranch sauce. Super Stretchy Burger Oh, AND deep-fried mozzarella sticks! Super Stretchy Burger The cheese sticks add a definite element of fun — and flavor! — to the typical Counter Service burger. But fair warning: this dish is super garlicy! A Super Foods Salad is also available featuring kale, spinach, quinoa, avocado, blueberries, and pico de gallo. Cosmic Ray’s Menu with Incredible Expo additions Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies Tomorrowland’s soft-serve ice cream spot, Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies is where you can find Edna Mode’s “No Capes, Just Crêpes” Crêpe Sundaes. Snacks at Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies Two varieties are available. Choose between a chocolate-hazelnut crêpe sundae and a blackberry-lavender jam crêpe sundae, which is what we chose. “No Capes, Just Crepes” Crepe Sundae The crepe is topped with ice cream and oodles of fruit-flavored cereal. “No Capes, Just Crepes” Crepe Sundae Jam Crepe Honestly? We weren’t expecting to like this one. Fruit Cereal topping ice cream But when we took a bite with all three components, it worked together surprisingly well! The Lunching Pad Two additional items are available at The Lunching Pad. The Lunching Pad Lunching Pad snacks First off is the Mrs. Incredible Pretzel Mask! Mrs. Incredible Pretzel Mask This soft pretzel is topped with plenty of black salt to resemble the famous Incredibles masks. Mrs. Incredible Pretzel Mask It’s served with cheese sauce, or you can always grab some yellow mustard, if you like. Mrs. Incredible Pretzel Mask Either way, you may want to bring this one to the photo backdrops and pose with it before you eat it! Jack-Jack Cookies are the other option. Jack-Jack Cookies These six freshly baked mini chocolate chip cookies come in a bag, so you can snack on them throughout the day. Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant Grab some Dash Pizza at Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant! Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant Dash Pizza sign It’s your choice between Sicilian-style cheese or pepperoni. Dash Pizza and Purple Wall Slushy on menu And, yes, though it’s not connected to the Incredible Tomorrowland Expo, this is where you’ll also find the Purple Wall Slushy… Snack Carts If you need something to help you cool down during what will also be an incredibly warm summer, Frozone’s Sno-Cones in blue raspberry are available at various Tomorrowland snack carts. Snow Cones Other Incredible Summer offerings this year include Donald’s Dino-Bash in Animal Kingdom, and Guardians of the Galaxy-themed concerts in Epcot starting June 9th. And, of course, the biggest event of the summer — the opening of Toy Story Land — is June 30, 2018! So, get ready for an Incredible Summer in Disney World! 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. Will you be having an Incredible Summer in Disney World this year? 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: Incredible Tomorrowland Expo Snacks Debut for Incredible Summer in Magic Kingdom DFB Video: Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland Food Tour When That Disney World Restaurant That’s Never Open…Is Open! Tomorrowland Terrace Eats! View the full article

Welcome to the “new” Rix Sports Bar & Grill in Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort! Learn About: Rix Sports Bar & Grill Disney World Restaurants So, why is the “new” in quotes, you may ask? Well, that’s because for a long time, this particular space in Coronado Springs operated as Rix Lounge, providing guests and convention attendees at the Resort a place to drink and… well, lounge. The name changed to Rix Sports Bar & Grill a few months ago. However, it’s only recently that the location has transitioned to a full Table Service Restaurant serving both lunch and dinner, as well as serving up a place to catch a game or two. And it makes sense. You see, Coronado Springs Resort is in the midst of a pretty major transition which — among other changes — will ultimately add 500 rooms to the Resort by way of a brand new tower (which will also feature rooftop dining). And with room for MANY more guests on the way, more dining options will be required, too. So we’re here to check out the changes while trying out lunch at Rix Sports Bar & Grill! Atmosphere If you’ve ever visited Rix Lounge, you’ll recognize the unique entrance, which remains the same tall structure, but with a change. Rix Sports Bar & Grill It now says Rix Sports Bar & Grill, of course! Rix Sports Bar & Grill The spot’s former couches and chairs have almost entirely been replaced by simple tables and chairs. Rix Sports Bar & Grill Rix Sports Bar & Grill Seating has even been expanded beyond the bar into an area that previously provided a few tables for Cafe Rix, the Resort’s grab-and-go location. And while the seats may look pretty empty now, I’m guessing this will change when those 500 new rooms open up next year (or when football season starts this fall). Rix Sports Bar & Grill expanded seating And you’ve probably noticed the primary additions in the photos above: TELEVISIONS. Large television at the bar Televisions in the corner Lots and lots and lots of them! So you know there will be plenty of opportunities to catch whatever game — or games! — you’re hoping to! Television right behind you if you’re seated at the bar Aside from the bar and the entryway, elements of the ol’ lounge can still be spotted in the cool light fixtures. Rix lighting Rix lighting Otherwise, though, the focus is really on your choices for sports watching. The other focus, of course, is food! Eats What types of food spring to mind when you hear the words “sports bar and grill”? Probably things like wings, nachos, sliders, burgers and such, right? Appetizer Menu Yep, they’re all here. But there’s a bit more in store with a closer look. Items like Ale-battered Shrimp and Veggie Lettuce Wraps also show up under the Appetizers on the menu picture above. The rest of the menu is a blend of Sandwiches, Soups, and Salads featuring Turkey and Brie, Rix Mahi Reuben, and a Queso Fundido Burger. Salads and Sandwich menu Short Rib Chili makes an appearance in the Soups (with more sandwiches listed besides). Soup and Sandwiches menu Full Entrees are served during both lunch and dinner. Entree Menu And as for the “bar” in Rix Sports Bar & Grill… Beer and Cider Menu Cocktail Menu Cocktail Menu Wine Menu We chose to try the Beer Flight. While it’s not listed on the menu above, we learned about it from a tabletop sign. Beer Flight sign Our Flight included 3 Daughters Floating Dock IPA, Big Top Conch Republic Key Lime, Dukes Cold Nose Brown Ale, and Caribe Blood Orange Cider by Florida Beer Co. Beer Flight Though offerings may certainly change, I would assume that Florida-brewed beverages will continue to be featured in the Flight just as they are in the bar’s Draft Selections. Beer Flight But you need a little something to go with your brew, naturally. And you’ve probably guessed that I couldn’t resist those Watchos. Watchos and Beer Flight These waffle-fry-nachos are topped with queso blanco, bacon, and scallions… and it’s a pretty heaping helping! Watchos Sure, it’s your typical sports bar grub, but that’s why we’re here, right? Plus the game is upped (pun totally intended) by the tasty seasoning on the fries, the substantial amount of thick-cut bacon chunks, and, of course, the RIVER of queso blanco both on top of and under the fries. Queso Blanco River And I do mean river, because these fries are swimming in it!! Considering we’re at a sports bar, this dish is exactly what it needs to be — tasty, messy, shareable, and totally addictive. But if that’s just not enough cheese for ya… check out the Queso Fundido Burger. Queso Fundido Burger More of that tasty queso is poured on top of a burger patty, which is also topped with chunks of mildly spicy chorizo sausage, caramelized onions and peppers, and even more cheese (Monterey Jack). Queso Fundido Burger It’s typically served with waffle fries, but since we’d had those with the Watchos, we went with the one of the other options: Sweet Potato Fries. (You may also choose a Green Apple Cabbage Slaw or Beet and Goat Cheese Salad.) Queso Fundido Burger with Sweet Potato Fries Forgive me, but I just couldn’t stop taking pictures of ALL. THE. CHEESE. Queso Fundido Burger toppings But what I also liked about it was the way the savory cheese and chorizo was given a hint of sweetness from the caramelized onions. (Those Sweet Potato Fries were an enjoyable complement, too.) The juicy toppings made up for some of the flavor which was lacking in the patty itself, which was overdone compared with our medium request. Queso Fundido Burger This might be as good a time as any to add a note about service. Though our server was very friendly and kind, our meal took a little longer than we anticipated due to a rather relaxed pace. On the other hand, it’s somewhat nice to know that lingering is welcome in a sports bar, since I’m sure many guests will want to stay for full games. Back to that burger, though… it was totally tasty, and I would get it again. For one last item, we also tried the Short Rib Chili. Short Rib Chili Now, I know we’re not entering what you might think of as chili-eating season, with temps beginning to soar in Central Florida as of late. Short Rib Chili But this is one tasty bowl. Completely packed with shredded beef, it also has a decent kick of spice to it. Here’s just a few bites on the plate so you can get an idea of the rich consistency. Short Rib Chili If your visit to Coronado Springs Resort is in the cooler months, this is the dish to get if you have plans to kick back and watch a football game at Rix. Speaking of… it really is nice to have another sports-watching location in Disney World. The BoardWalk’s ESPN Club is lots of fun. But it also gets completely packed — especially for big game weekends. Coronado Springs may not be the most accessible place in Disney World depending on where you’re staying, but I’m all for more options for the sports fan in Disney World. Which leads me to my final thoughts… Nosh or Not? You may want to stop by Rix Sports Bar & Grill if: You want to do some serious game viewing accompanied by some tasty grub or drinks. You’re a guest at Coronado Springs Resort and want to take advantage of the fact that there’s now more Table Service options available. You LOOOOVE some queso blanco (like me!) . You may want to pass on Rix Sports Bar & Grill if: You’d prefer a larger menu of offerings. You’d rather not be surrounded by TVs if they don’t serve a purpose in your visit. Coronado Springs Resort is simply too far out of your way to make sense in your vacation plans. Overall Hooray!! The conversion of Rix to a full Table Service location is a pretty smart move when you consider all the changes coming to Coronado Springs Resort. But not only because the Resort will simply require more Table Service options upon the expansion; it’s also a pretty nice boon for guests visiting the Resort in the here and now. Sure, it’s not serving the fanciest food on property, but it doesn’t need to be. The menu totally fits the bill for the intended new vibe for Rix — the food is fun and tasty, and a great companion for game day viewing (or if you’re just taking a break from the parks). Want to stay informed of ALL the Disney News?? Sign Up for the Disney Food Blog Newsletter and don’t miss a thing! Click HERE to subscribe! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Details! The 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, is now available! With more than 650 pages, the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 20+ years of visits. We’ve done the research for you, so you’ll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family’s needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you’ll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2018 to save 25% today! Use code WDW2018 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Would you like to catch a game at Rix Sports Bar & Grill? 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: Check Out the Menu for Rix Sports Bar & Grill in Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort Changes Coming to Rix Sports Bar & Grill at Coronado Springs Resort! Guest Review: Maya Grill at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort View the full article

LOTS of changes are in store (and some are already in progress) at Disney World’s Coronado Springs Resort. If you tuned into the DFB last week, you may have seen the in-progress pics of the construction of the tower that will add 500 rooms to the already expansive Resort. Artist’s Rendering of the New Tower at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort © Disney We know that the addition of the tower will also deliver a rooftop dining experience to the Resort, complete with fireworks viewing! And we’re also intrigued by the waterfront (or perhaps better said as on-the-water) dining option on the way, though less is known about it. Coronado Springs “A Resort Re-Imagined” So when we were checking out the updated Rix Sports Bar & Grill (which has recently transitioned into a full Table Service option for the Resort), we also took another peek at a poster displaying what the dining spot — slated to open in Summer 2019 — will look like in the day… Coronado Springs Waterfront Restaurant … and by night! Coronado Springs Waterfront Restaurant Though at the moment, its future home — smack dab on Lago Dorado — simply looks like this. Construction on Lago Dorado Construction on Lago Dorado Construction on Lago Dorado But it’s just one more step along the way as Coronado Springs becomes — as the sign says — “A Resort Re-Imagined”! 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. What do you think of the changes coming to Coronado Springs Resort? 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: Concept Art for Concierge Club-Level Lounge (and More) Coming to Disney World’s Coronado Springs Resort Changes Coming to Rix Sports Bar & Grill at Coronado Springs Resort! Check Out the Menu for Rix Sports Bar & Grill in Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort View the full article

If you are planning on going to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party or Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party later this year, then you should know that Mickey loves to treat all his guests to a larger-than-life Fireworks Spectacular as part of the evening’s events! Holiday Wishes With the return of both parties will be the return of the Happy HalloWishes Dessert Party and the Holiday Wishes Dessert Party at Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant. Both parties offer guests the chance to view party fireworks from Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant and enjoy a buffet full of themed desserts and specialty drinks (for an additional fee). But new this year — similar to the Fireworks Dessert Parties available throughout the year for the Happily Ever After spectacular – there will also be an option to book the dessert buffet with a standing view of the fireworks from the Plaza Garden (as opposed to seating at Tomorrowland Terrace). This information is currently online on the Disney World website with notes stating the experiences are currently available for booking. But please note that — at this point — our experience has shown otherwise, with booking available neither online or by calling WDW-DINE. However, it’s anticipated that everything should be up and running soon. Here are the details on each: Happy HalloWishes Dessert Parties Halloween at Disney! Special treats to enjoy before the Happy HalloWishes spectacular will include Halloween-themed items including cupcakes, chocolate-dipped strawberries, chocolate mousse, and ice cream along with seasonal fruits and cheeses. Beverage offerings will include specialty drinks like sparkling cider signature lemonades, coffee, tea, and hot cocoa. Gaston’s Pumpkin Cupcake Two different Packages will be available for the following Party dates: In August: 17, 24, 28 and 31 In September: 3, 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28 and 30 In October: 2, 4, 5, 8, 9, 11, 12, 14, 16, 18, 19, 21, 23, 25, 26, 28, 30 and 31 Happy HalloWishes Dessert Premium Package The price for the Premium Package is $84 for adults, and $50 for children ages 3-9 (not including tax). The Premium Package includes seating at Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant during the fireworks and also includes a reserved standing viewing area for the Boo-To-You Parade. The Premium Package does NOT include admission to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, which is to be purchased separately. It is anticipated that booking will be available online and by calling (407) 939-3463 (WDW-DINE) soon. Happy HalloWishes Dessert Party with Plaza Garden Viewing The price for the Happy HalloWishes Dessert Party with Plaza Garden Viewing is $69 for adults, and $41 for children ages 3-9 (not including tax). The Happy HalloWishes Dessert Party with Plaza Garden Viewing includes a reserved standing area in the Plaza Garden during the fireworks . Please note: we are currently trying to confirm whether a reserved standing viewing area for the Boo-To-You Parade is included in the Plaza Garden Viewing package, and we will update this post accordingly. The Happy HalloWishes Dessert Party with Plaza Garden Viewing does NOT include admission to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, which is to be purchased separately. It is anticipated that booking will be available online and by calling (407) 939-3463 (WDW-DINE) soon. Holiday Wishes Dessert Parties Special treats to enjoy before Holiday Wishes: Celebrate the Spirit of the Season fireworks will be similar to those at the Halloween party, but with a yuletide theme. Holiday Wishes Two different Packages will be available for the following Party dates: In November: 8, 9, 12, 13, 15, 16, 25, 27 and 29 In December: 2, 4, 6, 7, 9, 11, 13, 14, 16, 18, 20 and 21 Giant Mickey Christmas Sugar Cookie Wishes Fireworks Holiday Dessert Party at Tomorrowland Terrace The price for the Holiday Dessert Party at Tomorrowland Terrace is $84 for adults, and $50 for children ages 3-9 (not including tax). The Premium Package does NOT include admission to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, which is to be purchased separately. It is anticipated that booking will be available online and by calling (407) 939-3463 (WDW-DINE) soon. Fireworks Holiday Dessert Party with Plaza Garden Viewing The price for the Holiday Dessert Party with Plaza Garden Viewing is $69 for adults, and $41 for children ages 3-9 (not including tax). ThePlaza Garden Viewing Package does NOT include admission to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, which is to be purchased separately. It is anticipated that booking will be available online and by calling (407) 939-3463 (WDW-DINE) soon. Table Service Dining During Mickey’s Seasonal Parties If guests wish to dine at a Table Service restaurant during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, the following restaurants are available for booking online (or by calling 407-WDW-DINE) for those who have Party tickets: Be Our Guest Restaurant, Cinderella’s Royal Table, and Crystal Palace. If guests wish to dine at a Table Service restaurant during During Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, the following restaurants are available for booking online (or by calling 407-WDW-DINE) for those who have Party tickets: Be Our Guest Restaurant, Cinderella’s Royal Table, and Crystal Palace. 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 you be celebrating Halloween or Christmas with Mickey this year? 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: News: Fireworks Dessert Parties Open for Booking for Mickey’s Halloween and Christmas Parties News: Happy HalloWishes Dessert Premium Package Now Available for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party News: Happy HalloWishes Dessert Premium Package Now Available for Booking for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party View the full article

It’s Memorial Day! And even though we’re starting to get into summer, our minds are on fall today with our latest DFB Video, because we’re talking about the Epcot Food and Wine Festival! The Epcot International Food and Wine Festival Even better, we’re giving you six of our favorite hacks when it comes to your own Food and Wine Festival trip! Even if you’ve visited the Food and Wine Festival throughout the years, you may still enjoy hearing some of our top tips when it comes to making your experience at the Festival easier… and even tastier! And if you love this video, there’s plenty more for you to enjoy over on our DFB YouTube Channel! By the way, have you subscribed yet? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to the channel and never miss a single episode! So check out the video and then let us know: What’s your favorite tip when it comes to visiting the Epcot Food and Wine Festival? 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: DFB Video: Epcot Food and Wine Festival 101! DFB Video: Walt Disney World Trip Hacks New Video: Our Top Tips for the Epcot Food and Wine Festival! View the full article

We’re all aware that today is Memorial Day, but did you know that it’s also National Hamburger Day? As the unofficial start of summer is upon us, it feels like the right time to put one of the season’s most popular indulgences in the spotlight. With countless burger options available throughout Walt Disney World Resort, I wanted to share a trio of my favorites. In my humble culinary opinion, below are three of the most incredible burgers available at Disney Springs: The BBQ Bacon Burger, available at House of Blues Restaurant & Bar – Served with fries, this standout burger is topped with cheddar cheese, apple-wood smoked bacon, crispy jalapenos, sautéed bourbon onions and Memphis BBQ sauce. My friend Maggie, the Marketing and Promotions Manager for House of Blues, summed it up by sharing, “It’s soooooo good.” She’s right – the mix of flavors blends together seamlessly and every bite is as tasty as the one before. The Edison Burger, available at The Edison – This was the very first item I tried at The Edison and it set the stage for the rest of the menu. A signature dish for the venue, this 10-ounce beef patty blends sirloin, short rib and brisket and is topped with sharp cheddar, crispy onion rings and a layer of smoked bacon. Garnished with house-made pickles, in-season tomatoes fresh from local Florida farmers, and a special sauce, this one is packed full of flavor. Plus, it comes with a side of hand-cut Electri-fries. Pro Tip: Ask for extra napkins; chances are you’ll need them! The Southern Burger, available at D-Luxe Burger – It’s so hard to pick at #1 favorite, but if I had to, this burger would be it. As a Georgia girl, anything that features a perfectly cooked fried green tomato and Pimento cheese gets my vote. Add lettuce, onion and bacon to the signature blend beef patty and it’s easy to see how this continues to be one of the location’s best sellers. Feeling ambitious? Pair it with the Smoked Bourbon Gelato Shake, always on the menu but currently being featured as part of Discover Bourbon at Disney Springs, taking place through Father’s Day. Which Disney Springs burger do you wish you were enjoying today? Share in the comments below – I’d love to know! View the full article

Let’s be honest, it has been an extremely rainy May across the country. However, a little rain cannot stop the magic of a Disney vacation. With helpful tips from the Disney Parks Moms Panelists and a poncho of your liking, even the rainiest of days at Walt Disney World Resort can be the best days ever. Tabitha will tell you, some of her family’s best Disney days have been spent in the rain. “The crowds are sometimes lower because of the weather, but we just bring our ponchos (these are also available for purchase in the theme parks) and continue enjoying our adventure. And I’m happy to report that the rain doesn’t limit much activity at ‘The Most Magical Place on Earth.’” Panelists also like to remind Guests that all four theme parks do have indoor attractions. When asked about the weather and its effect on the parks, Lindsey P. gave a great list of attractions you can enjoy inside at Magic Kingdom Park. A few of her favorites include “it’s a small world,” Peter Pan’s Flight and Haunted Mansion. While guests can enjoy many indoor attractions, a little one’s stroller must stay outside. For this reason, Missy recommends packing a rain cover for your stroller, or at least covering it with a poncho. “I will never forget the time we came out of our dinner at Cinderella’s Royal Table to find that our two double strollers were completely soaked. Oops!” That is one mistake she has never made again. A day filled with showers is also a great time to try a new experience, like taking your princess to the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique. Ashley P. recommends either location at Disney Springs or Magic Kingdom Park. This magical transformation is one your princess, and you, will never forget. For more helpful tips like making the most of a rainy day at the Walt Disney World Resort, be sure to visit DisneyParksMomsPanel.com for a personalized response from our knowledgeable panel. View the full article

My mom’s all-time favorite Disney attraction is The Country Bear Jamboree at Magic Kingdom Park. She’s loved this jolly bunch of bears and their knee-slapping country music show for years. So it was my great pleasure to open today’s Disney Doodle, which focuses on our family’s favorite bunch of bears. In today’s Doodle, artist Ashley Taylor imagines what the Country Bears would do here at the Walt Disney World Resort on their day off. In the design, she envisions them cooling off at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park. “The Country Bears are always looking for new ways to relax and have a good time,” she said. “So it’s easy to imagine them spending a lazy afternoon at Typhoon Lagoon!” View the full article

When Walt Disney World visitors go to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge next year, they’ll be able to visit the village of Black Spire Outpost via Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park. That’s the latest incremental news about the under-construction land. Last week, Walt Disney Co. announced that the Star... View the full article

Just last week, the opening seasons were officially confirmed for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland (Summer 2019) and Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World (late Fall 2019). Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge And tonight in Hollywood Studios, guests at the Star Wars: Galactic Nights event were treated to a panel discussion featuring Walt Disney Imagineers who are working hard behind the scenes (down to visiting film sets for inspiration) to make the planet of Batuu a reality for all of us traveling to Disney World’s Star Wars Land — Galaxy’s Edge — starting next year! Entrance to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge (and a busy construction scene behind) The excitement poured out over Twitter and over on Disney Parks Blog, with attendees sharing a few details about what we can expect in the new Land on both coasts. For instance, life-sized AT-ATs (along with life sized ships) will be found on Black Spire Outpost. AT-AT What, exactly is Black Spire Outpost? THAT’S the village that we will all be able to set foot on in Batuu! “This is the location where your adventure will begin…” Black Spire Outpost on Batuu ©Disney/Lucasfilm Disney has also shared that Black Spire Outpost is the largest settlement on Batuu, and is an “infamous stop for traders, adventurers, and smugglers traveling around the Outer Rim and Wild Space.” What were once towering trees now stand as spires comprised of the petrified remains… hence, the Black Spire Outpost. Galaxy’s Edge Concept Art ©Disney/Lucasfilm At the event, Imagineers also promised the presence of Nien Nunb to feature in Galaxy’s Edge. And if YOU have a certain favorite creature from the Star Wars universe, you might be able to purchase one to take home with you from the Creature Stall… where Star Wars creatures come to life! This will be in addition to the Toydarian we learned about previously, who will sell handcrafted toys made by local artisans in the village. Toydarian Wares ©Disney Of course, you can pick up plenty of Galaxy’s Edge merch in Hollywood Studios right now (see more of it here!)… Galaxy’s Edge Tee Shirt Galaxy’s Edge Print Galaxy’s Edge Tumblers Every detail we’re seeing and learning makes Batuu seem all the more real right now. And even though we won’t be able to set foot on this new planet in the Star Wars universe until next year, I’m pretty pumped by all the fun things we’re learning along the way! And if you are, too, you’ll want to stick with us to hear all the details as we get closer and closer to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge! Find out all there is to know so far about Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge right here! Want to stay informed of ALL the Disney News?? Sign Up for the Disney Food Blog Newsletter and don’t miss a thing! Click HERE to subscribe! What are you most excited about for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge so far? 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: Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Opening Seasons Announced!!! Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Construction Flyover Video! News: Disney Star Wars Land Restaurant Details and Concept Art! View the full article

For those of you who attended one of tonight’s panel discussions at Star Wars: Galactic Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you were among the first to hear some exciting news about Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Our story editor, Margaret Kerrison, shared for the first time that the name of the village is called Black Spire Outpost. She also shared some of the history behind the name and how this village is closely associated with the geological formations that surround it. The largest settlement on the planet Batuu, Black Spire Outpost is an infamous stop for traders, adventurers, and smugglers traveling around the Outer Rim and Wild Space. Off the beaten path, this outpost has become a haven for the galaxy’s most colorful — and notorious — characters. Widely known for the petrified remains of its once towering ancient trees, the spires now stand guard across the river valleys and plains and have long captured the imagination of travelers to this planet. To the first settlers, these petrified spires became more than just landmarks; they became the heart of the outpost itself. I look forward to sharing more details with you in the coming months and cannot wait for you to live YOUR own Star Wars story once Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opens at Disneyland Resort in summer 2019 or at Walt Disney World Resort in late fall 2019. View the full article

By now it’s clear that Pixar Fest has truly taken over eateries all over Disneyland Resort and Disney California Adventure. And if you’re looking for a classic Disneyland caramel apple (with a Pixar twist!), you’ll want to head to Candy Palace where Toy Story is representing! Candy Palace Click here to read all about Pixar Fest and print your own Pixar Fest Food Checklist! First up is the ubiquitous Toy Story Alien, who’s popping up on macarons and parfaits — not to mention at Alien Pizza Planet, where the little green men are the stars! Alien Pizza Planet Desserts and Slush At Candy Palace, the Aliens are immortalized as Caramel Apples – and they. are. awesome! From the trio of eyes to that bright green color, these guys are out of this world! Alien Caramel Apple Back of Alien Caramel Apple And the extraterrestrial ears? Marshmallows! Alien Caramel Apple Ear Avert your eyes if you’re squeamish about caramel apple destruction… but the Aliens are covered with classic caramel under all of that decoration! Alien Caramel Apple Sliced If you’re more into unicorns than aliens, Candy Palace has a cute Buttercup version, too! This one has tons of detail! Buttercup Caramel Apple From her sparkly horn to her bright blue eyes and sweet pink smile, Buttercup is adorable. Buttercup Caramel Apple There’s great dimension on the profile view of this one, with marshmallows making up the mane. Buttercup Caramel Apple Profile Love it! Buttercup Caramel Apple Back No destruction of Buttercup here — but rest assured she’s also got a thin layer of caramel under that adorable exterior! Other caramel apple varieties include Lightning McQueen and Mater at Trolley Treats in Disney California Adventure Park and Nemo and Dory at Downtown Disney’s Marceline’s. Seriously, caramel apples are killing the Pixar Fest game! Click here to read all about Pixar Fest and print your own Pixar Fest Food Checklist! Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Which Caramel Apple suits your animated fancy? Let us know in the comments! Heather Sievers is DisneyFoodBlog’s Dining in Disneyland columnist! Check out more of her adventures at @DininginDisney on Instagram! 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: DFB Video: Pixar Fest Must-Eats in Disneyland! More Fun Food to Add to Your Disneyland Pixar Fest Food Checklist! Pixar Fest Eats: Pixar Ball and Grape Soda Cake Pop! View the full article

Happy Memorial Day weekend! Here’s all the Disney food news this week! Cookies & Cream Funnel Cake The 2018 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival is ON until May 28! We have FULL MENUS for the Epcot Flower and Garden FESTIVAL plus Photos of EVERY FOOD ITEM and most beverages! And, Pixar Fest is ON at Disneyland Resort! This fun festival runs through September 3! Click here to get a checklist for ALL the food at Pixar Fest and see our review! And it’s time to get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2018 e-book! Save 25% now with code wdw2018! We have a lot to share with you this week, so let’s jump right in… Disney Food News Check out what’s new at Hollywood Studios and Coronado Springs! We reviewed the new menu at Flo’s V-8 Cafe at Disney California Adventure. We have all the details on the Incredible Tomorrowland Expo Snacks at the Magic Kingdom! We reviewed The Boathouse at Disney Springs. We have a Pixar Pier SUPER sneak preview! We checked out the Yachtsman Steakhouse at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort. The opening seasons have been announced for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Dates were announced for the 2018 Epcot Festival of the Holidays and Candlelight Processional. We reviewed the Yodeling Cowgirl Pretzel at Pixar Fest. We debunked 21 Disney World food myths! Mobile Order locations have been announced for Disneyland Resort! Check out the DFB-exclusive recipe from the 2018 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival! We ranked the best drinks at the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival. We have details on the Coco-inspired menu at Paradise Garden Grill for Pixar Fest! New DFB YouTube videos: Food Tour of Animal Kingdom’s Discovery Island, Best Disney World Discounts, and Best Disney World Snack Breakfasts. Check out all the latest Disney Food News — even the stuff we don’t mention in posts on the blog! — on our Disney Food News Pin Board, including menu updates, restaurant closures, special events, and more! We’ve got all the latest for you, so check it out before you go. New DFB Video: Best Disney World Snack Breakfasts Have you subscribed to the DFB YouTube Channel? We’ve got great content going up twice a week showcasing our adventures in Disney World and Disneyland! This week, we’re sharing our latest video – Best Disney World Snack Breakfasts! Check it out — and don’t forget to subscribe here. Deal of the Week: Memorial Day Sale – 40% off Everything at the DFB Store Hellooooo summer! As we mark a time of remembrance this Memorial Day weekend, we also look forward to fun celebrations with family and friends as the unofficial start to summer has arrived. Are you planning a trip to Walt Disney World during the busy summer season? Or do you have your eyes set on a fall Food and Wine Festival Trip or a Holiday Extravaganza? Whenever you visit, we know one thing for sure: you need to make some plans. Can you believe it? 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From our 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining to our DFB Guide to the Epcot Food and Wine Festival and the DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays — not to mention our detailed snack-focused guides — these books are MUST reads. SAVE EVEN MORE with one of our best-selling Bundles. We’ve bundled our books together into the ideal package to save you the most money possible. Since our bundles are already highly discounted, the extra 40% off makes them a steal. We have a bundle for every need. Looking for our DFB Guide, plus a more in depth look into the snacks in each park? Then our best-selling DFB Guide PLUS Snacks Bundle is for you. Food and Wine Festival lovers will love using our DFB Food and Wine Bundle to make the most of their trip. And if you want ALL of it — we have you covered there, too! Check out our DFB Everything Bundle! Also, keep in mind, when you pre-order our 2018 DFB Guide to the Epcot Food and Wine Festival OR our 2018 DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays, we’ll send you the new guides as soon as they’re published — and you’ll receive the 2017 guides for FREE as immediate downloads! This offer is good when you purchase the guides separately OR as part of a bundle! Enter promo code 40Sale at checkout to receive 40% off of your entire DFBStore.com order. Don’t forget to head over to DFBStore.com to check out details, sample pages, and more. These e-books are a must-have for your next Disney World trip! Oh, and don’t forget to check out the testimonials from our customers – take it from them! The best part? Shop in confidence, knowing that all of our DFB Guides are 100% guaranteed. Don’t like it? You get your money back! No questions asked. DFB Reader Finds If you find a fun new food — or other edible awesomeness — in or around Disney, share a photo with us on facebook or twitter so we can add it to our DFB Reader Finds each Sunday. We LOVE the Beignets at Disney’s Port Orlenas French Quarter! DFB reader @Ginger_MMT recently let us know that she tried them and she says “You weren’t kidding! These are incredible!” One of our favorites! The Poutine with Canadian Cheddar Cheese Soup that debuted earlier this year at Epcot’s Refreshment Port are now on our must-eat list of snacks at that park! DFB fan @pinstripechick ordered them recently and told us they were “divine” and the “best snack the whole trip!” We agree. SO delicious! Do you have a favorite Disney Food find? Share your photos with us! On to the Round-Up! Mickey Fix shared this must-have Star Wars Knife Block. WDW for Grownups shared details on the new after fireworks dessert party at the Magic Kingdom. Disney Parks Blog shared this adorable Chewbacca Bento Box. Disney Family shared a recipe for an UP-themed smash cake. Have a great week! We’ll see you back here tomorrow with another great Disney food review! 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: Disney Food News This Week: March 18, 2018 Disney Food News This Week: April 22, 2018 Disney Food News This Week – April 15, 2018 View the full article

This week, we shared an exciting update that Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will open in summer 2019 at Disneyland Resort and in late fall 2019 at Walt Disney World Resort. Our update also included an incredible video sneak peek at the new immersive lands. Keep checking the Disney Parks Blog for more updates. And for more news on all-things Star Wars, visit our dedicated page here. Also, we shared more details on the four whimsical neighborhoods inspired by beloved Pixar stories coming to Pixar Pier this summer in Disney California Adventure park. Michael shared updates on Incredibles Park, Toy Story Boardwalk, Pixar Promenade and Inside Out Headquarters. Visit our original Pixar Pier story for more information on the four neighborhoods. Here are some of the other stories we worked on this week. Limited Release Banshee Celebrates First Anniversary of Pandora – The World of Avatar on May 27 – As day turns to night at Pandora – The World of Avatar, the breathtaking landscape transforms into a bioluminescent wonderland that is truly a sight to see. This brightly glowing forest in Disney’s Animal Kingdom’s newest land inspired a limited release interactive banshee that flies into The Rookery at Windtraders today. Mobile Ordering Service Coming to 15 Locations at Disneyland Resort – The new mobile ordering service will be available soon to Disneyland Resort guests via the Disneyland App. This convenient, new feature will be available at six Disneyland park locations. First Look: Edna Mode from ‘The Incredibles’ Visiting Disney Parks This Summer – This summer, celebrated designer Edna Mode, from Disney•Pixar’s “The Incredibles” and the upcoming “Incredibles 2,” will be traveling to both Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and Disneyland Resort in California. A Sneak ‘Pixar Pier’ Peek at Lamplight Lounge at Disney California Adventure Park – There’s a hot new spot coming to Disney California Adventure park! Located at the entrance of Pixar Pier, Lamplight Lounge will be a stylish, fun place to hang out with the whole family. The lounge will be serving up playfully presented California casual gastro-pub cuisine and unique signature cocktails. New Experiences Coming to Disneyland Paris During the World’s Biggest Mouse Party – As we told you recently, Disney Parks around the world are gearing up to celebrate 90 years of Mickey magic at the World’s Biggest Mouse Party, kicking off later this year and continuing into 2019. Disneyland Paris recently announced a lineup of new experiences set to launch during their festive 90-day celebration, beginning in October. The SUPER INCREDIBLE Foodie Guide to Incredible Tomorrowland Expo at Magic Kingdom Park – Get your super suits ready (but not your capes!) and fly on over to Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom Park to try these deliciously SUPER treats! View the full article

Disneyland Resort has always been the place to get a classic dipped corn dog — and during Pixar Fest, guests can get their corn dog a little on the spicy side! Nope, we’re not talking about the regular hot link corn dog. Nope — storm Corn Dog Castle in Disney California Adventure Park and seize a Spicy Corn Dog! This is a hot link corn dog times a thousand! Spicy Corn Dog at Corn Dog Castle This savory snack is comprised of Hot Link Sausage, Pepper Jack Cheese, and even spicier Cajun Chicken Sausage! And it’s gargantuan! Spicy Corn Dog The construction of the dog is in three parts: two small links of sausage with pepper jack cheese in the middle. So when you cut it right down the center, you get a great shot of the melty cheese. Pepper Jack Cheese — so much cheese! The Spicy Corn Dog is served with a thoughtfully-composed Sweet-and-Spicy Blackberry-Serrano Chile Sauce. The combo of heat and sweet is awesome! Sweet-and-Spicy Blackberry-Serrano Chile Sauce Seriously, pour it on or dunk it — just get them together because the Spicy Corn Dog is terrific with the sauce. Saucy Spicy Corn Dog The sausages are also super flavorful. The Cajun Chicken Sausage was particularly good — tons of flavor and good heat! Spicy Corn Dog — Sausage! This is one super corn dog, Disney food friends. Run! Get it! Dunk it! Eat it! (Chase it down with a Berry Funnel Cake or a Cocoa Churro!) And don’t forget to download and print your very own Pixar Fest Food Checklist so you don’t miss an eat! Click here to read all about Pixar Fest and print your own Pixar Fest Food Checklist! And check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Corn Dog fans, tell us: would you eat the Spicy Corn Dog? Heather Sievers is DisneyFoodBlog’s Dining in Disneyland columnist! Check out more of her adventures at @DininginDisney on Instagram! 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: Pixar Fest Eats: Color-Changing Noodles at Lucky Fortune Cookery in Disney California Adventure! Pixar Fest Eats: Habanero Meatball Cone at Disney California Adventure’s Cozy Cone Pixar Fest Eats: Pixar Ball and Grape Soda Cake Pop! View the full article