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The beautiful Japan Pavilion in Epcot’s World Showcase is currently home to two Table Service restaurants: Tokyo Dining and Teppan Edo (which we visited again just recently). Japan Pavilion Pagoda But in the future, it will be home to three Table Service locations, as Disney has announced that a Signature Dining experience “inspired by the natural beauty of Japan” is on the way to the Pavilion! Waterfall in the Japan Pavilion It will also reflect nature’s relationship to Japanese craftsmanship, with the setting also inspired by takumi (which means “artisan” in Japanese). View from Epcot’s Japan Pavilion Mitsukoshi USA will operate the new restaurant (as it currently runs the Pavilion’s merchandise, Table Service restaurants, and kiosks). Inside Tokyo Dining The name — as well as an opening timeframe — has yet to be announced. But we’ll be looking forward to hearing — and sharing! — more details as they come! 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! And learn about all the dining you can enjoy in the Japan Pavilion right now in our DFB YouTube Video! What do you think of Signature Dining coming to the Japan Pavilion? 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: DFB Video: Food Tour of Epcot’s Japan Pavilion Tokyo Dining in Epcot’s Japan Pavilion Fun Find: Food Erasers in Epcot’s Japan Pavilion View the full article

This week, we shared an update on the one-of-a-kind, space-themed restaurant planned for Epcot! The restaurant will be built in a newly developed area located between the park’s Mission: SPACE and Test Track attractions. And once completed, it’ll offer amazing meals and a spectacular view – from high above Earth. Check out our original Space-Themed Restaurant Lands in Future World story for more details and a look at what’s coming to Epcot later this summer. And Disney Parks Blog readers were among the first to learn that reservations are now open for new character dining experiences at the Hotels of Disneyland Resort. You can now book reservations for Mickey’s Tales of Adventure Character Breakfast at Storytellers Cafe and Donald Duck’s Seaside Breakfast at Disney’s PCH Grill. Both dining experiences start on July 10. Click to book Mickey’s Tales of Adventure Character Breakfast Click to book Donald Duck’s Seaside Breakfast Visit our Character Dining Experiences story for information on both dining experiences. Here are some of the other stories we worked on this week. Celebrate Mother’s Day at Disney Parks – This Mother’s Day, give your mom a little Disney magic with a special sweet or even a delicious brunch! I’ve got some sweet treats to share with you from Walt Disney World Resort, as well as special Mother’s Day brunches at both Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort. Couple Celebrates ‘Happily Ever After’ With Their Own Royal Disney Wedding – Fairy Tales do come true! Earlier this week, Alexis Preston and Jay Patel said “I do” in front of the iconic Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom Park, live on “Good Morning America.” ‘Avengers: Infinity War’ Cast Visit Shanghai Disney Resort – Ahead of the film’s highly anticipated debut in China this Friday, stars from Marvel Studios’ “Avengers: Infinity War” and Marvel fans from around the world visited Shanghai Disney Resort for an exclusive preview at Walt Disney Grand Theatre in Disneytown. Celebrate in DisneyStyle at Disney Springs West Side for Grand Opening Event on May 12 – Modern Disney fashionistas will discover fresh and stylish apparel and accessories when DisneyStyle, the newest merchandise location to open at Disney Springs West Side, celebrates its grand opening on May 12. Musical Fun of Pixar Fest at the Disneyland Resort – The memorable music of Pixar is filling the air at the Disneyland Resort during the first-ever Pixar Fest, going on now through September 3. View the full article

#DisneyParksLIVE returns to Disneyland park next Tuesday, May 15, with a live stream of “Together Forever – A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular!” “Together Forever – A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular” is part of the first-ever Pixar Fest celebration, going on now through September 3 at the Disneyland Resort. “Together Forever” celebrates friendship and connects guests to beloved Pixar characters and stories as it lights up the sky over Disneyland park. In addition to this new nighttime spectacular, Pixar Fest includes the return of two favorite parades with fresh Pixar surprises, new décor, musical entertainment, creatively themed food and beverage, event merchandise and more! Tune in for our live stream of “Together Forever” fireworks on May 15 beginning at 9:25 p.m. PST on the Disney Parks Blog and join the conversation on Twitter at @DisneyParks! In the meantime, share your favorite Pixar memory in the comments below! View the full article

Rix Sports Bar & Grill is currently accepting Advance Dining Reservations at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort for dates starting June 2, 2018. The space formerly known as Rix Lounge will start serving lunch and dinner, and Disney has posted the menu for the spot. Rix Bar As you might expect from the updated name of Rix Sports Bar & Grill, the menu appears to be sports-arena-concession-meets-pub-grub! Appetizers include Nachos, Lobster Sliders, and Wings. Rix Sports Bar & Grill Menu screenshot Short Rib Chili is included among the Soups & Salads. Rix Sports Bar & Grill Menu screenshot And I am already diggin’ the mention of a Queso Fundido Burger in the Sandwich lineup! Rix Sports Bar & Grill Menu screenshot Full Entrees will be available for both lunch and dinner. Rix Sports Bar & Grill Menu screenshot But so far the Desserts are only appearing on the dinner menu (from 5:00 pm on). Rix Sports Bar & Grill Menu screenshot And here’s a look at what’s on the menu for the kiddos! Rix Sports Bar & Grill Menu screenshot Looks like Rix Sports Bar & Grill will bring some really fun eats to guests at Coronado Springs Resort! Do you agree? Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What do you think of the Rix Sports Bar & Grill menu? 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: Changes Coming to Rix Sports Bar & Grill at Coronado Springs Resort! Concept Art for Concierge Club-Level Lounge (and More) Coming to Disney World’s Coronado Springs Resort Guest Review: Maya Grill at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort View the full article

The 9th annual Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic takes place Friday, October 26, and Saturday, October 27, 2018. Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic This popular two-night event coincides with the 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival and includes The Causeway, Seminars, and three special food locations — and today we have details on the new themed area joining the lineup this year! The Pig and The Poke This all-new Hawaiian luau-themed area will join Carnival Corner and Chinatown, transporting guests to the Hawaiian islands! The menu at The Pig and The Poke was created by Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort Executive Chef Robert Ciborowski, who drew upon his years of living and working in Kapalua, Hawaii, as inspiration for the dishes. At The Pig and The Poke guests can nosh on Traditional Earth Baked Kalua Pork with Steamed White Rice, Barrel Aged Tamari and Napa Cabbage. Earth Baked Kalua Pork Tuna Poke featuring Hawaiian Yellowfin Tuna, Sushi Rice, Avocado Relish and Crispy Fried Wontons is also featured. Classic Tuna Poke And we can’t wait to try the dessert – Finely Shaved Ice in a variety of tropical flavors: Guava, Pineapple, Coconut Cream, Passion Fruit, Lychee, Kiwi, and Mango! Shaved Ice at The Pig and the Poke Don’t forget, in addition to the special areas, the 2018 Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic also features more than 40 tasting stations featuring dishes from the resort’s 17 restaurants and lounges as well as more than 30 wineries on the Causeway. Check out the full menus for the 2018 WDW Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic! You can also enjoy The Beer Garden, Seminars, and the Sunday Bubbles Brunch. Tickets and More Tickets for one night of the Causeway only are $127 per person. One night of the Causeway plus Beer Garden is $155 per person. A La Carte ticket booklets containing 25 tickets will be available for purchase at the event for $50. These tickets are perfect for those with a lighter appetite or for underage guests. Offerings range from two to six tickets per item. To book Seminar tickets or purchase Causeway Tickets, visit the Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic website. To book a package, including hotel stay and tickets to Food and Wine Classic offerings, contact the Swan and Dolphin at 888-828-8850. Check out our review of the 2017 WDW Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic! Will you be attending the 2018 Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic? Leave a comment and tell us what you’ll be eating at The Pig and the Poke! 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: Dates and Details for the 2018 Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic 2018 WDW Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic Dates Announced! News! Dates and Details Announced for the 2017 WDW Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic View the full article

Pixar Fest remains in full effect at Disneyland Resort — and the party continues through September 3! So there’s plenty of time to get in on all the Pixar Food action! Pixar Fest ©Disney But for Annual Passholders, there’s a limited time challenge that’s all about the churro! Thanks to @DisneylandAP on Twitter, we’ve got a pic and the skinny on how to score a Pixar Fest-only Monsters button (oh — and four tasty churros!)! AP Churro Challenge Here’s the low-down. Pick up an AP Churro Challenge Map for $5 at the Frontierland Churro Cart, the Town Square Churro Cart, the New Orleans Square Churro Cart, or the ‘a bug’s land’ Churro Cart. (These are also the locations of the four churros in the challenge, which we’ll get into momentarily!) Frontierland Churro Cart — home of the Coco Churro! Then pick up each of the four churros listed on the map (or just hit up the cart for the sticker — no churro purchase necessary!). When you show your Annual Pass to the cast members at each cart, you’ll get a sticker for your map. Once you’ve collected all four stickers, take your map to AP Corner in Paradise Gardens to receive your Monsters button! ©DisneylandAP The Churro Challenge starts May 14 and goes through June 8, so you’ve got a few weeks to make it happen! But what about the churros?! Well, the news is as good as the churros because the challenge includes the Coco Churro, Kevin’s (Lemon) Churro, Presto Rabbit (Carrot Cake) Churro, and Ants on a Log (Donut Iced) Churro. We love the Coco Churro, which is dusted with Chocolate Powder and Salted Cinnamon Sugar and served with Mexican Chocolate Sauce! This is found at the Frontierland Churro Cart, and it’s one of our favorite eats of all of Pixar Fest! Cocoa Churro Kevin’s (Lemon) Churro is another excellent churro choice, dusted not only with Lemon-Flavored Sugar but also with pulverized Fruity Pebbles! Find this one at the Town Square Churro Cart. Lemon Churro The Presto Rabbit (Carrot Cake) Churro is located at the New Orleans Square Churro Cart and comes with tasty Cream Cheese Dip! Carrot Cake Churros with Raisin-Carrot Cream Cheese Frosting The last of the challenge’s churros is the Ants on a Log (Donut Glazed) Churro found at the ‘a bug’s life’ Churro Cart. Iced Specialty Churro — with Donut Glaze We’ll be honest, you can’t really go wrong with these churros. Each is unique but fresh and satisfying — as a Disneyland Churro should be! So Annual Passholders, get your churro on! And don’t forget: we’ve got everything you need to know about Pixar Fest eats, including a handy checklist so you don’t miss a bite! Which of the Churro Challenge churros floats your fried dough stick boat? 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: Pixar Fest Eats: Carrot Cake Churro at Disneyland Resort The Best Disneyland Pixar Fest Nosh So Far: Cocoa Churro Pixar Fest Eats: Lemon Churros at Disneyland Resort! View the full article

Hey, guys! We’re back with another DFB Video this weekend, and we’re taking you on a Food Tour of Animal Kingdom’s Africa! Mickey in Safari Costume at Tusker House Animal Kingdom’s Africa is a stunning area in the park both visually and culturally. But it’s also home to some seriously delicious Animal Kingdom eats! From dining with Mickey and friends at the park’s Character Meal at Tusker House to visiting one of our favorite bars in Disney World, to enjoying a Dole Whip (with or without RUM), Animal Kingdom’s Africa has a ton of bragging rights when it comes to food. But all those things I mentioned only scratch the surface, so we’d love it if you’d join us on a Food Safari… I mean, Food Tour in Animal’s Kingdom’s Africa! 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 treat in Disney’s Animal Kingdom? 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: Disney World Food Tour of EVERY Restaurant in Fantasyland! DFB Video: Magic Kingdom Main Street, U.S.A. Food Tour DFB Video: Food Tour of Epcot’s Morocco View the full article

Parenting blogger Charlie Capen shared with us last summer how he used his family’s Disney cruise vacation as an opportunity to treat his wife like a queen by giving her the gift of both “me” and “we” time. Now, in honor of Mother’s Day, I encourage all dads to make this weekend special for the mother of your children, whether onboard a Disney cruise or in your own hometown. Need ideas? Check out this video to get inspiration from another dad… How are you pampering the special moms in your life this Mother’s Day? View the full article

Our Disney Doodles series explores what a Disney character may do or see first if they had the chance to visit a Disney theme park. Today’s Disney Doodle, created by artist Ashley Taylor, was inspired by Mother’s Day – and one of her favorite animated mother-daughter relationships, Tiana and Eudora from “The Princess & The Frog.” “I love the special bond between Tiana and her mother! It’s easy to imagine Tiana wanting to treat her mother to afternoon tea at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa!” Ashley said. View the full article

Are you hungry? If not, you will be after reading this month’s Best Bites! This edition is jam-packed with new offerings at Walt Disney World Resort. Get ready to get your snack on – here’s all the latest info on Disney Parks food. Starting at Disney’s Pop Century Resort, you’ll now find Artisanal Pizzas. Among the selections are the Tomato and Cheese Please pizza with a 4-cheese blend, teardrop tomatoes, baby arugula, and an olive oil drizzle; the Applewood Bacon pizza with roasted garlic spread, double cheese, and crispy bacon strips; the Summertime pizza with BBQ pulled chicken, caramelized onions, and spiced BBQ sauce; and of course a Traditional Pepperoni pizza with homemade sauce, mozzarella cheese, and pepperoni. You can find these savory Artisanal Pizzas at Everything POP Shopping & Dining. Oh, Canada! You’re a delicious journey for the foodie. If you’re dining at Le Cellier Steakhouse in Canada at Epcot, you’ll find a new prix fixe lunch menu in addition to the regular menu until September 30, 2018. Appetizers on this new menu include the popular Cheddar Cheese Soup made with Moosehead Beer and Nueske’s Applewood-Smoked Bacon and the Le Cellier House Salad, with mixed lettuces from The Land, toy box tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, radish, whole grain croutons, and Minus 8 Maple Vinaigrette. For your entrée, choose between Steak and Frites with certified angus hangar steak, au poive sauce, crispy onions, and truffle fries; the Le Cellier Lobster “BLT” Burger with a blend of ground wagyu beef and Applewood-smoked bacon, lobster and crab mix, tomato jam, bibb lettuce, béarnaise, and housemade pickles on a brioche bun with truffle fries; or the Spring Cavatelli Pasta with morel mushrooms, asparagus tips, English peas, arugula, white asparagus cream and house-made lemon ricotta. And for dessert, try the Maple Crème Brûlée or the Chocolate Mousse Maple Leaf. You won’t want to miss this delicious new menu, so be sure to make your reservations today! While we’re on the topic of Epcot, I have one more exciting announcement: an all-new table service restaurant will be coming to the Japan Pavilion in World Showcase, offering guests a signature dining experience inspired by the natural beauty of Japan. The setting will draw from both nature and takumi, which means “artisan” in Japanese, and the relationship between Japanese craftsmanship and the natural world will be evident throughout the space. This new restaurant will be operated by Mitsukoshi USA, which operates the merchandise, restaurants (Teppan Edo and Tokyo Dining), and kiosks in the Japan Pavilion. Once completed, the restaurant will add to the rich tapestry of authentic cultural experiences available to guests in World Showcase. At Magic Kingdom Park, you won’t want to miss these special “of the month” items for May! Starting at Casey’s Corner, you’ll find the Aztec Hot Diggity Dog with sweet and spicy ground beef and topped with creamy elote (Mexican grilled corn) mixed with spicy lime mayonnaise and grated Parmesan cheese. At Pinocchio Village Haus, the Flatbread of the Month is the Cinco de Mayo Flatbread with a salsa base and topped with a Mexican cheese blend, ground beef, lettuce, tomatoes, and a sour cream drizzle. Rounding out the list of new offerings, Magic Kingdom Park guests ages 21 and over can now enjoy libations such as wine and beer at The Plaza Restaurant, The Crystal Palace, and The Diamond Horseshoe. These beverages have been specially selected for each restaurant’s unique menu. The Plaza Restaurant will offer a selection of American beer and wine including beverages such as a regional craft India Pale Ale which goes wonderfully with the Angus Chuck Cheeseburger. The Crystal Palace will offer sparkling wine mimosas with breakfast, and wines such as Pinot Noir and Chardonnay to pair selections such as pasta or shrimp from the lunch and dinner buffets. And at The Diamond Horseshoe, enjoy frontier food favorites with classic American beers and wines like a traditional lager style beer or a robust Pinot Noir, which pair well with the plentiful platter of BBQ pulled pork, sliced turkey, country smoked sausage, or braised beef. So there you have it! A bountiful Best Bites for the month of May. Be sure to come out and try all these new and delicious offerings! View the full article

Finishing each and every day spent at Magic Kingdom Park by experiencing “Happily Ever After” has become such a standard and essential part of my routine that it’s hard to believe this incredible show made its debut just one year ago today! With its immersive lighting, upbeat music, state-of-the-art projections, and of course dazzling fireworks, this spectacular brings so many Disney stories to life in a sensational fashion and inspires dreamers of all ages to discover their happily ever after. In celebration of this anniversary, please enjoy this video featuring my favorite part of “Happily Ever After,” captured by Disney PhotoPass Service! Follow the Disney PhotoPass Instagram page to enjoy even more unique content and discover how PhotoPass can capture the magic and memories of your vacation! View the full article

We can’t think of a better place to spoil your mom on Mother’s Day than at Disney Springs in Walt Disney World! This year you can treat mom to brunch, do some shopping, and end the day with a special treat! Paddlefish is just one of the brunch locations for Mother’s Day Several of the restaurants in Disney Springs are hosting special Mother’s Day brunches, and you’ll also find some great deals and discounts for Moms at many of the shops including Alex & Ani, Coach, and more. A couple of locations are even offering special drinks just for Mom! Let’s check it out! Brunch at Disney Springs We recently shared some great Mother’s Day brunch locations all around Disney World. You’ll find several brunch options at Disney Springs this weekend! Windows with Lake Buena Vista views at Maria and Enzo’s Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante is offering up a Mother’s Day Brunch in buffet form from 10AM to 3PM on Mother’s Day. Diners can choose from the regular lunch menu and enjoy a carving station and Panettone French toast! Mom would love to dine in this “converted airline terminal” with its soaring ceilings and Italian classics. Enzo’s Hideaway is serving a Prix Fixe menu of Italian eats like Ahi Tuna Crudo, Ricotta Gnocchi, Pasta Frutti di Mare, and homemade Gelato. The regular menu will also be available. Enzo’s Hideaway and Tunnel Bar You can treat Mom to the Gospel Brunch at House of Blues with seatings at 10:30AM or 1PM. And, Paddlefish is serving up Lobster Ravioli with Tarragon Cream Sauce as part of its Mother’s Day brunch in addition to the regular brunch menu. STK Orlando is serving a brunch buffet featuring hot items, like Brioche French Toast and Smoked Bacon, and cold items, like Charcuterie and Cheeses and a Shellfish Station. Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant is celebrating Mom for two days – Saturday, May 12, and Sunday, May 13, from 10AM to 3PM! Sweet Treats and More Treat your mom (or yourself) to a something sweet or even a glass of wine this weekend as you enjoy a day at Disney Springs! At The Ganachery moms can enjoy a glass of Rose Regale paired with a gourmet ganache square or a special Mother’s Day Lollipop! Buy a special Mom Box of cupcakes at Sprinkles filled with their most popular flavors! The Mom Box is only available from May 11 to May 13. All the cupcakes! Amorette’s Patisserie will offer mini cakes themed after Disney moms including Mrs. Potts, Moana’s grandmother, and Coco’s mother and grandmother. You’ll also be able to enjoy Millennial Pink Macarons and Sugar Cookies. Stop by Frontera Cocina, where all moms get a complimentary glass of of wine (with purchase of an entree), flowers, and the chance to sit back, relax, and enjoy the sounds of the Spanish guitar! Shopping at Disney Springs Several of the shops at Disney Springs have Mother’s Day specials including 30% off at Coach, mom-themed gift sets at Alex & Ani, a complimentary gift with purchase at PANDORA Jewelry, and more. And, if you’re looking for something different, Sugarboo & Co. is offering a morning macramé class for mom on Saturday, May 12, with coffee and shopping! From all of us here at DFB — Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there! Save 40% off ALL DFB Bundles with the DFB Mother’s Day Sale! This weekend, get 40% off when you purchase any DFB Guide E-Book Bundle, then forward the books on to Mom so she can start planning her super fun Disney vacation (or, if you ARE Mom, send the kids out to play and start planning YOUR super fun Disney vacation)! Use code MICKEYMOM for the discount! We bundle our DFB Guides together for more than 30% savings off the cover prices. So when you purchase any of our Bundles today using code MICKEYMOM, you’ll get them for an additional 40% off — that’s a total steal! Choose from these Bundles: DFB Guide + Snacks Bundle DFB Snacks Bundle Everything Bundle Food & Wine Bundle Holiday Bundle Don’t miss your chance to save time and money planning your next Disney World trip with our complete line of DFB Guide Bundles! Just enter promo code MICKEYMOM at check out and save 40% off of your entire order. Are you making plans to celebrate Mother’s Day at Disney Springs? 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: Mother’s Day Brunch at Walt Disney World! Celebrate Mother’s Day at Disney World and Disneyland! News! Disney World Swan and Dolphin to Host a Mother’s Day Brunch View the full article

We’ve seen Rose Gold Cupcakes. And Millennial Pink Cupcakes. But this new one at Epcot’s Sunshine Seasons may just take the… well, it takes the cupcake. Sunshine Seasons It’s the Belle’s Gown Cupcake! Belle’s Gown Cupcake With many thanks to our Instagram friend @sw_galaxysedge, we’ve got a look at the most eye-catching cupcake in the bakery case. The base is chocolate cake with a cherry filling, and the gown’s skirt (aka frosting) is lemon. A fondant bodice tops the whole thing. Sooo… what do you think? Will you be picking up a Belle Cupcake at Sunshine Seasons if you see one in the bakery case? Be sure to follow us on Instagram for TONS of Disney Food Pics and Fun!! Don’t Miss Out on the ALL the Best Snacks Walt Disney World Has to Offer! Get four awesome e-Books FULL of Disney park dining advice, bundled for 30% off the already discounted price! Yep, we’ve scoured the parks to find any and all snack choices — from the mundane to the spectacular — and we tell you all about them (with full-color pictures!) in our snack guides! These are updated every year, so you know your guide will be perfect for your upcoming trip, and they’re bundled with our DFB Guide to WDW Dining! This money-saving bundle includes all of the following: The 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining The DFB Guide to Magic Kingdom Snacks The DFB Guide to Epcot Snacks The DFB Guide to Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios Snacks All four are being sold together — for 30% off the already hugely discounted bundle price. Use code BUNDLE18 at check out to get the discount. It’s a $63 value for under $30!! With this Bundle of e-books you’ll have everything you need at your fingertips to plan the best Disney World vacation ever. And with our handy e-book format, you can download the Guides to all of your electronic devices and take them with you wherever you go! And with our 100% money-back guarantee, what do you have to lose? Please let us know what you think of the Belle’s Gown Cupcake with a comment below! 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: Guest Review: Orange Cupcake at Sunshine Seasons in Epcot Review: Lemon Blast Cupcake at Epcot’s Sunshine Seasons Review: Warm Apple Crisp from Sunshine Seasons in Epcot’s Land Pavilion View the full article

Wine Bar George will be opening soon in The Landing of Disney Springs. We’ve been eagerly eyeing construction of this spot pretty much ever since it was announced! After all, it was big news when it was revealed that Wine Bar George would be coming to Disney Springs, as it is headed up by Master Sommelier George Miliotes. Wine Bar George — Coming Soon! Though we’re anxiously awaiting the opening date to be announced, we do have some news that we can share right now… The Basket at Wine Bar George has just popped up on the Disney World website! The Basket at Wine Bar George screenshot Simply noted as Coming Soon (with no opening date or operating hours yet listed), it looks like The Basket will bring a Counter Service component to Wine Bar George, serving European-style sandwiches, cheese, charcuterie… oh, and WINE! Let’s waste no time taking a peek at the menu! Picnic Baskets for Two or Four are the headliners. The Basket at Wine Bar George Menu screenshot Sandwiches will offer hearty servings, while Bites & Boxes appear to make up a small plates type of offering. The Basket at Wine Bar George Menu screenshot I can’t wait to find out what a Rose’ All Day Cookie is! The Basket at Wine Bar George Menu screenshot There will also be a FROSE’ All Day, as you can see! But here’s the moment you’re probably waiting for… here is a look at the Wines on Tap. The Basket at Wine Bar George Menu screenshot Beer and Cider will be served as well. The Basket at Wine Bar George Menu screenshot Of course, there will be LOTS more to come from The Landing of Disney Springs when Wine Bar George is up and running soon… we can’t wait to raise a glass with you from there, and will keep you posted on all the news along the way! 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! Wine Bar George is one of several new restaurants you can (or will soon be able to) try in Walt Disney World. Check out more here! What do you think of The Basket at Wine Bar George 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: Confirmed: Wine Bar George by George Miliotes Coming to Disney Springs in Fall 2017 News: Groundbreaking Held for Wine Bar George in Disney Springs News: Wine Bar George Menu Updates and Executive Chef View the full article

It’s always a surprising and eye-catching moment during Magic Kingdom’s Festival of Fantasy Parade when the Maleficent Dragon float breathes actual fire during the popular parade. Maleficent Dragon Float But today, that was all especially true when the Float itself caught fire during the performance! Maleficent Dragon Float ©Orlando Sentinel These images are from the Orlando Sentinel. Maleficent Dragon Float ©Orlando Sentinel We are glad to say that it’s being reported that the driver of the float escaped safely and that no Cast Members or guests were harmed. 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: News: Citrus Swirl Orange Float at Sunshine Tree Terrace in Disney World News: Festival of Fantasy Parade Dining Package Coming to Tony’s Town Square in Magic Kingdom It’s National Root Beer Float Day! Celebrate in Disney World and Disneyland! View the full article

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A Walt Disney World parade was more fiery than planned Friday afternoon. The fire-breathing dragon that’s part of Magic Kingdom’s daily Festival of Fantasy parade caught aflame, Disney officials confirmed. The fire was quickly extinguished and the area promptly cleared, a Disney World spokeswoman... View the full article

As a production manager of attractions, Michael Estes oversees the attractions in Fantasyland and Frontierland at Disneyland park, ensuring they operate smoothly. Michael started as an hourly merchandise cast member in Frontierland 12 years ago and looked for opportunities to grow and advance. He took advantage of the Disney University for cast members, and the company’s college reimbursement program to earn a Master of Business Administration degree. Michael said, “I love my job…I am in charge of Peter Pan’s Flight!” While that is his personal favorite, Michael is proud of the recent refurbishment of Dumbo the Flying Elephant. Learn more about Michael and this dream job in this installment of “Every Role a Starring Role”! View the full article

Are you and Mom spending Mother’s Day together in The Most Magical Place on Earth (Disney World) OR The Happiest Place on Earth (Disneyland)? Well, in addition to the Disney World Brunch options we’ve shared with you previously, we’ve got even more options to add, including specialty snacks and additional Brunches in Disney World, AND special meal options in Disneyland! Disney World Parks Epcot Sunshine Seasons will serve a Mother’s Day Dessert with raspberry mousse and lemon cake topped with a Swiss buttercream rose and fondant pearls on Mother’s Day. Mother’s Day Dessert and Cupcake ©Disney But if you’re at Epcot a bit earlier, find a vanilla Mother’s Day Cupcake with raspberry white chocolate mousse and pink icing at Fountain View from May 11 – 13. Animal Kingdom In Animal Kingdom, stop by Creature Comforts and Isle of Java for a vanilla Mother’s Day Cupcake filled with white chocolate raspberry mousse and topped with buttercream flowers. Creature Comforts Disney Springs A personalized Mother’s Day Chocolate Letter can be written to Mom (in icing!) in Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs! This chocolate delight will also be topped with chocolate-covered strawberries and mini-macarons. Mother’s Day Treats at Amorette’s Patisserie ©Disney Or find a Chocolate Raspberry Mousse Petit Cake featuring Mrs. Potts from “Beauty and the Beast.” More chocolate love can be found for Mom at The Ganachery: a Mom Pop with dark chocolate-covered raspberry ganache. Mother’s Day Pops ©Disney Disney World Resorts All-Star Movies World Premiere Food Court and All-Star Music Intermission Food Court will serve a Tropical Eclair on Mother’s Day. It’s filled with mango and pineapple tropical cream and chocolate ganache and is topped with fondant rose buds. Mother’s Day Eclair ©Disney A Mother’s Day Cookie Flower Pot Activity Kit will be available for purchase on May 11-12 at select Resorts, and includes a flower pot filled with chocolate cake, chocolate ganache, and cookie crumbles, customizable flower cookies, and jelly candy worms. It can be found at World Premiere Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort, Landscape of Flavors at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, and The Artist’s Palette at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa. Mother’s Day Flower Pot ©Disney Additionally, you can make a memory with Mom by decorating your flower pots together with a Disney pastry chef! Here are the dates and times for the activity: Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort, World Premier Food Court – May 11-12, 2-4 p.m. Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, Landscape of Flavors – May 11-12, 1:00-1:30 p.m. (Activity kits will also be sold on May 10) Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa, The Artist’s Palette – May 11-12, 1-2 p.m. Flower Pot Activity Kit Decorating Information Pop Century A Mother’s Day Brunch will be served at Everything POP! from 10 am – 2 pm! Mother’s Day Brunch at Everything Pop! Items will include Made-to-Order Omelets, Buttermilk Pancakes with strawberry compote, Carved Ham with orange blossom honey, Carved Roast Turkey with traditional stuffing and cranberry relish, Bacon Vinaigrette Potatoes, House-Made Corn Bread and more… plus dessert! Look for Peach Cobbler, Strawberry Shortcake, and other assorted mini-desserts. Contemporary Resort The Wave… of American Flavors will also serve a Mother’s Day Brunch with a special brunch buffet available from 7:30 am – 2:00 pm. Entrance to The Wave “Contemporary” items will include (among others) Israeli Couscous Salad with grilled vegetables tossed in lemon vinaigrette, and entrees from the kitchen like Eggs Benedict, Sweet Potato Pancakes, Herb Roasted Chicken, and Egg White Frittata. Yacht Club The Mother’s Day Brunch at Ale & Compass Restaurant will be served from 7:30 am – 2:00 pm. Ale & Compass Restaurant It will feature items like Blueberry-Bacon Pancakes, Salted Caramel French Toast, Eggs Benedict, Steak and Eggs, Pasta Primavera, Lobster Roll, or Fish and Chips. For of-age guests, raspberry, strawberry, pineapple, or cranberry mimosas will be served as well as a Bloody Mary Flight. BoardWalk Inn Later in the day, Flying Fish will serve a Mother’s Day Prix Fixe menu with optional wine pairings from 3:30 – 9:30 pm. Flying Fish Main Dining Room Meals will start with Ahi Tuna with caper, blue lavender, and black Cyprus salt. Filet Mignon with wild Floridian shrimp and crab, served with delta asparagus, Idaho potato, and hollandaise will be the entree, and dessert will be a Spring Garden Fruit Tart with brulee custard, bush berries, orange chiffon, and strawberry rhubarb sorbet. The experience includes complimentary roses for Mom and photos by a photographer! Saratoga Springs Turf Club Bar and Grill will also serve Mother’s Day Brunch from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. The Turf Club at Saratoga Springs Resort Entree options will include Croque-Madame Black Forest Ham and Gruyére Cheese, Slow Roasted Ranchers Reserve Prime Rib, Gourmet Blend Burger with Crispy Pork Belly, Saratoga Springs Eggs Benedict with Manhattan Steak Medallion, or S’mores Style Buttermilk Waffles. Find even more Disney World Brunch options for Mother’s Day here! And be sure to keep your eyes peeled in Resort gift shops and front desk areas for more treats for mom, and special Resort Activities on Mother’s Day! Roses for Mom Mother’s Day Gifts Mother’s Day Baskets at Resort Merchandise Locations Mother’s Day Activities Board at Art of Animation Disneyland Disneyland Park At River Belle Terrace, a special 3-course menu will be served featuring a Strawberry Pistachio Salad, Pan-Seared Scallops with grilled corn succotash and squash puree, and Blueberry-Lemonade Shortcake. River Belle Terrace Grand Californian Hotel Storyteller’s Cafe will serve a breakfast buffet from 7:00 – 11:30 am, and a dinner buffet from 11:30 am – 9:45 pm. Storyteller’s Cafe PLUS, Chip and Dale and other Disney friends will be on hand to say hello to Mom (and the fam ) throughout the day! Disneyland Hotel A Mother’s Day Tasting Menu will be served at Steakhouse 55. Steakhouse 55 Entry and Lounge Heirloom Tomato and Melon Salad with marinated artichokes, petite mache, fresh mozzarella, and peppermint vinaigrette will be the starter, while the entree will be a Broiled 8-ounce Filet Mignon with brown butter mashed potatoes, broccolini, balsamic pearl onions, and maniari port demi. Dessert will be a Vanilla Bean Crème Brulee with a chocolate tart shell, poached peach, and raspberry mascarpone. There is no shortage of ways to celebrate Mom in Disney World or Disneyland this weekend! Are you celebrating Mother’s Day in a Disney destination? 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: Celebrate Mother’s Day at Disney World and Disneyland! Mother’s Day at Disney World and Disneyland Mother’s Day Brunch at Walt Disney World! 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Remember last month when we told you that not one, but TWO new character dining experiences are on the way to Disneyland Resort? Well, now we have the opening date for these experiences, and also wanted to let you know that Advance Dining Reservations are now open! Donald Duck’s Seaside Breakfast and Mickey’s Tales of Adventure Character Breakfast will both begin on July 10, 2018! Donald Duck’s Seaside Breakfast©Disney As a reminder, here’s the scoop: at PCH Grill in Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel, you’ll be able to start your day at Donald Duck’s Seaside Breakfast! Donald and Daisy will find themselves reunited, and they’re throwing a beach bash (complete with the buffet) to celebrate… and their pal, Stitch, will be joining in the fun, too! The buffet will include build-your-own-parfait stations, chef’s signature flatbreads, egg white frittatas, chilaquiles, smoothies, smoked salmon and more. Kids will especially enjoy Mickey waffles, Minnie pancakes, Bananas Foster French toast and a selection of hot and cold cereals, sausage, bacon and seasonal fresh fruit. Donald Duck’s Seaside Breakfast is currently available for booking online or by calling (714) 781-DINE (714 781-3463). Again, dates begin on July 10th for Monday-Thursday, 7-11 a.m. and Friday-Sunday, 7-11:30 a.m. Mickey’s Tales of Adventure Character Breakfast will take place at Storytellers Cafe in Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa! Mickey will share his tales with guests through his magical Adventurer’s Journal. Mickey’s Tales of Adventure Character Breakfast ©Disney He’ll also share FOOD via the Farmer’s Market Buffet which will include made-to-order omelets, Mickey waffles, fresh-baked goods and seasonal fruit. Mickey’s Tales of Adventure Character Breakfast is currently available for booking online or by calling (714) 781-DINE (714 781-3463). Again, dates begin on July 10th for Monday-Thursday, 7-11:30 a.m. and Friday-Sunday, 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Are you hoping to have breakfast with Donald or Mickey in Disneyland this summer? 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: See Which Character Meals Are Coming to Disneyland! Dining in Disneyland: Mother’s Day Royal Buffet Reservations Now Open Liberty Tree Tavern Character Meals Available January 3-February 14, 2010 View the full article

I am the classic girlie girl. Glitter and jewels are the stuff of my dreams! As Mother’s Day comes close we couldn’t think of anything more fun for Mom than a jewelry making DIY! Artist, Brittany Ungvarsky, shows us how to create custom beads with polymer clay…and a bit of pixie dust! Download the directions here. Please read our terms of use before downloading. View the full article

Staying at Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge means you’ll enjoy many of the comforts of home, including a full kitchen in the 1- and 2-bedroom Villas, the breathtaking Grand Villas, and the unique waterfront Cascade Cabins. Food blogger Melissa Bailey recently shared several of her family’s favorite comfort food dishes that are perfect for vacations at this magnificent resort. You can even have groceries delivered right to your Disney Vacation Club accommodations, making it even easier to enjoy a home-cooked meal while on vacation. Melissa provides some culinary inspiration in this video. Watch as she makes a delicious chorizo breakfast casserole, which can even be prepped the night before! Here’s the recipe, which you can recreate at home. Or, if you’re a Disney Vacation Club Member, this is the perfect dish to make part of your annual tradition while staying in your own Villa! Ingredients 1/2 pound Spanish chorizo, small dice 
 1 cup yellow onions, small dice 

 2 cup red bell pepper, small dice 

 8 eggs 

 2 cups milk 

 1/2 teaspoon salt 

 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 

 5 cups sourdough bread, cut into 1 inch cubes 

 1 cup grated cheddar cheese 

 Directions 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. 
 2. Cook the chorizo in a pan over medium heat for about one to two minutes until most of the oil is released. 

 3. Remove chorizo, drain and set aside. 

 4. In about 1 tablespoon of the chorizo oil cook the onions and bell pepper until translucent (approximately 1-2 minutes). 
 5. In a bowl, whisk together eggs and milk. Season mixture with salt and pepper and set aside.
 6. Layer bread, chorizo, onions and peppers in an 8-inch baking dish. 

 7. Pour milk and eggs mixture evenly over baking dish. 

 8. Sprinkle with cheese. 
 9. Bake until cooked through and golden brown, about 60 minutes. 
 10. Once out of the oven, set aside to let rest for 10 minutes before serving. View the full article

Looking for that extra bit of Disney magic to add to your Disneyland Resort trip? If so, I’ve got some exciting news for you! Reservations are now available for Mickey’s Tales of Adventure Character Breakfast at Storytellers Cafe and Donald Duck’s Seaside Breakfast at Disney’s PCH Grill. These dining experiences both start on July 10 and are the perfect way to start your Disney day. Mickey’s Tales of Adventure Character Breakfast At Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, guests dining at Storytellers Cafe will join Mickey Mouse and his friends for Mickey’s Tales of Adventure. Discover the fun with your adventurous storyteller, Mickey, as he welcomes you into his immersive tales of adventure through his magical Adventurer’s Journal. Enjoy a bountiful Farmer’s Market Buffet of all-you-care-to-enjoy breakfast specialties, including made-to-order omelets, Mickey waffles, fresh-baked goods and seasonal fruit. Mickey’s Tales of Adventure will be offered Monday-Thursday, 7-11:30 a.m. and Friday-Sunday, 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Click here to book your reservations! Donald Duck’s Seaside Breakfast Over at Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel, Donald will be reunited with his heart-throb Daisy at Disney’s PCH Grill, and is bringing all the beachy fun with him! Soak in those rays and catch some waves on the dance floor with Donald, Daisy and Stitch as you chow down on an all-you-care-to-enjoy breakfast buffet. Try the build-your-own-parfait stations, chef’s signature flatbreads, egg white frittatas, chilaquiles, smoothies, smoked salmon and more. Little dudes and dudettes will love the Mickey waffles, Minnie pancakes, Bananas Foster French toast and a selection of hot and cold cereals, sausage, bacon and seasonal fresh fruit. Donald Duck’s Seaside Breakfast will take place Monday-Thursday, 7-11 a.m. and Friday-Sunday, 7-11:30 a.m. So if you want to hang out with Donald and friends while chowing down on some delicious grub, click here to book your reservations. Remember, reservations fill up fast, so be sure to reserve your spot today by visiting the links listed above or by calling (714) 781-DINE (714 781-3463) between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. daily Pacific Time. View the full article