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It’s that time of year again when we daydream about the burning question, how much would it cost to eat one of everything at the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, which is now underway daily through Nov. 12 at Walt Disney World. This daydreaming is not unrelated to our win-the-lottery fantasy,... View the full article

Morgan Sutton’s summer internship was one that surely struck envy among her classmates as school resumed again and people shared stories of their break. For more than a month, the 17-year-old high school student’s job was to ride attractions, over and over again, at Walt Disney World. It helps... View the full article

Recent Magic Kingdom visitors may have been startled by an unusual sight on the back side of the theme park: the somewhat dry floor of the Rivers of America, perhaps even with orange-vested workers walking around down there. And while some wags might cheer “drain the swamp” — it IS within shouting... View the full article

Recent Magic Kingdom visitors may have been startled by an unusual sight on the back side of the theme park: the somewhat dry floor of the Rivers of America, perhaps even with orange-vested workers walking around down there. And while some wags might cheer “drain the swamp” – it IS within shouting... View the full article

When people visit Hawai‘i, it‘s easy to see things you haven’t seen before. You can hike into a beautiful valley at Mānoa, or swim among the fishes at the coral reef at Hanauma. With so many extraordinary sights to see you might miss the little things that make Hawai‘i, and Hawaiian culture, so beautiful — like the ‘okina, a glottal stop used in written Hawaiian language. The ‘okina is a letter in the Hawaiian language that looks like an apostrophe but in the shape of a 6, and is used to show where we should break our vowels when we write our words. It’s similar to how we say uh-oh in English, except we use it between all sorts of vowel sounds. It is most commonly seen in our state name, Hawai‘i or in the island we live on – O‘ahu. In fact, the ‘okina can be seen and heard all around the island as you explore street signs, names, and even local radio and television. Next time you visit Aulani Resort, be sure to practice using the ‘okina! Any of our friendly Cast Members can help you pronounce the names as you visit various areas around the resort, such as ‘AMA‘AMA, our fine dining restaurant by the beach, or Ho‘okani Pila (Instrument Playing) class at Pau Hana Community Hall. One of my favorite uses of the ‘okina is the name of one of our newest Disney friends: ‘Olu, a friend of Duffy the Disney Bear. If you saw photos of him recently on the Disney Parks Blog, you may have noticed a small mark next to his name on the upper left hand side. You might have thought it was a splash of water, but I’m here to tell you it’s an ‘okina! I invite you to join us at Aulani Resort to learn more about the Hawaiian language. A hui hou! View the full article

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Just a few weeks ago, we shared that Tangaroa Terrace at the Disneyland Hotel would be closing for refurbishment. Tangaroa Terrace Entrance And now, Disney is revealing what’s to come as a result of the work! Look for the Terrace to reopen in early 2019 as the Tangaroa Terrace Bar & Grill! A new outdoor bar and an updated patio will provide spots for guests to enjoy island cocktails and Asian-inspired cuisine. Inside there will be new details including light fixtures made of colorful fishing floats and netting, a tropical mural, and bamboo accents. But, don’t worry, the Tiki-inspired design will still be present in the renovated space. And a new bar and patio aren’t all the changes! Guests will be able to enjoy Dole Whip throughout the day and coffee drinks in the morning from a dedicated service window. This will be great in the morning for the energy to tackle the parks, and of course to enjoy a Dole Whip while we’re at the pool! Dole Whip in Disneyland The Tangaroa Terrace Bar & Grill will offer options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition, it will offer an an open-air marketplace for quick bites. During the refurbishment of Tangaroa Terrace you can find menu options at The Coffee House, Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar and Steakhouse 55. Also, White Water Snacks in Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel will see some changes of its own. White Water Snacks As of now, we know White Water Snacks will close “soon”, and re-open later this year with a new look. During the closure you can find grab-and-go food and beverage options at Hearthstone Lounge. But that’s not all! A new pool bar is coming to the Grand Californian in the spring of 2019! Check out this concept art from Disney… New Pool Bar Concept Art ©Disney The Arts and Craft- style bar incorporates natural boulder stonework and clinker bricks. Plus, there will be a a custom tile mural at the back bar to set the craftsman tone in the new space. In addition, a trellis structure will provide shade and the perfect spot to relax and enjoy sipping beverages and snacking on appetizers. A variety of new lounge and table seating is promised. As we wait while the work takes place in Disneyland for these updated and new spots, check out lots of Disneyland eats you can enjoy right now! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you excited to hear about the changes coming to these Disneyland Resort dining options? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Are Disneyland’s Corn Dog Nachos REALLY All That Great? The New Tangaroa Terrace Menu at Disneyland Hotel May Look Familiar… Dole Whip and Dole Whip Floats Now Available at Disneyland Hotel View the full article

What’s the buzz? The first Starbucks store in Hong Kong Disneyland has officially opened! Now guests at every Disney resort around the world can enjoy their favorite Starbucks drinks and treats. Follow the inviting aroma to the brand-new Market House on Main Street, U.S.A. Inside, guests can enjoy a one-of-a-kind, relaxing space amidst the bustle of the park to recharge with favorite handcrafted drinks and a selection of treats. The classic coffee house vibe comes alive at the Market House’s elegantly designed and Victorian-inspired café. Guests are greeted by a cozy interior decorated in natural wood with warm lighting to complete the look. A casual, carefree spot, the Market House will help make every day a Zip-a-dee-doo-da day! In honor of the shop’s opening, Starbucks and Disney introduced a Starbucks + Disney Magical Series merchandise collection – a first for any Disney Park in Asia. The 24oz Starbucks + Disney Magical Cold Cup and the 12oz Starbucks + Disney Magical Double Wall Mug feature Mickey Mouse and other Disney friends. They’re the souvenirs guests have “bean” waiting for! Don’t you just love them a latté? View the full article

Two hotel fast-casual food spots are getting spruced up at the Disneyland Resort, also adding gorgeous new bar seating for pool goers and hotel guests. Tangaroa Terrace, the South Seas hideaway at the Disneyland Hotel, is closing soon and will re-open in early 2019 as Tangaroa Terrace Bar & Grill. The restaurant’s ‘50s Tiki-inspired design, however, will remain the perfect tropical complement to the mid-century modern architecture of the Disneyland Hotel. Guests can expect a new outdoor bar and refreshed patio, serving island cocktails and Asian-inspired fare. New details will also be added to the interior space, including light fixtures made of colorful fishing floats and netting, a tropical mural and bamboo accents. Guests will also be delighted to find a dedicated service window for various coffee selections in the morning and the popular Dole Whip throughout the day, perfect while enjoying time at the pools. The grill will offer options for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with an open-air marketplace for quick bites. While Tangaroa Terrace is under refurbishment, menu offerings will be available at The Coffee House, Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar and Steakhouse 55. White Water Snacks at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa will also close soon and re-open later this year with a fresh new look. In the meantime, Hearthstone Lounge will offer grab-and-go food and beverage options. Guests of Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa will also be able to lounge in even more luxury, poolside, with a new pool bar opening in spring 2019. As you can see in the artwork above, the new pool bar area will keep with the hotel’s signature Arts and Crafts design with natural boulder stonework and clinker bricks. A custom tile mural at the back bar will also set the craftsman tone in the new space. In addition, a trellis structure will provide shade and a perfect respite to enjoy sipping beverages and snacking on appetizers. A variety of new lounge and table seating will also be available. Check back on the Disney Parks Blog for more details! View the full article

Seven resorts at Disney Springs will extend perks for another year that give guests more time at Walt Disney World and earlier access to FastPasses. The benefits were supposed to expire at the end of December but will now extend through 2019 instead, according to a press release issued Wednesday. ... View the full article

Are you ready to make a splash? I sure hope so! Because we’re back with another DFB Video today, and we’re taking you on a Food Tour of Disney World’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park! Dole Whip at Typhoon Lagoon Typhoon Lagoon is one of two Disney World Water Parks (its counterpart being Blizzard Beach). And while I’m sure images of sun and sand immediately spring to mind, you may really be surprised to find out that Typhoon Lagoon has some pretty terrific food, too! There’s for sure more than hot dogs and burgers to keep you splashing all day long, so please join us on a Typhoon Lagoon Food Tour to find EVERYTHING there is to eat at Typhoon Lagoon! 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: Have you ever grabbed a bite to eat at Typhoon Lagoon? Related posts: DFB Video: Hollywood Studios Food Tour! Part 1 DFB Video: Food Tour of Animal Kingdom’s Africa DFB Video: Tips for Eating Gluten Free in Walt Disney World View the full article

Disney World’s Coronado Springs Resort is in the midst of major changes. Construction continues on the Resort’s upcoming 500 guest room Tower as well as the Villa del Lago on-the-water restaurant. Coronado Springs Resort Tower Construction Further changes include the recent transformation of Rix Lounge into Rix Sports Bar & Grill. And now, there is another change to report. If you search on Disney World’s website or My Disney Experience app for Pepper Market — the Counter Service option for Coronado Springs Resort — your search results will come up empty. That’s because the Pepper Market appears to have undergone a name change to El Mercado de Coronado! El Mercado de Coronado screenshot The above screenshot with the updated name is from the My Disney Experience app. Coronado Springs Resort remains one to watch as this major transition moves forward. Read more about the changes coming to Coronado Springs Resort 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! 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 dining at El Mercado de Coronado? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: NEW Disney World Restaurant Details — Villa Del Lago! Changes Coming to Rix Sports Bar & Grill at Coronado Springs Resort! News! Coronado Springs’ Pepper Market to Test Breakfast and Lunch Buffet View the full article

The 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival in in full swing and we wined and dined our way through the Festival on opening day! 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival! In addition to all the great eats and sips at this year’s Festival, there’s also a lot of exclusive merchandise, including this gorgeous Disney Dooney & Bourke handbag featuring Chef Mickey and Foodie Figment! 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Dooney & Bourke And we have some BIG news! We’re giving away one of these Dooney & Bourke handbags to a DFB reader! So, how can you win this Food and Wine Festival handbag? All you need to do is subscribe to the DFB Newsletter! And if you’re already a DFB Newsletter Subscriber, yay for you! Because you’re automatically entered to win. If you’re a fan of the Food and Wine Festival and Dooney & Bourke bags, this is one giveaway you don’t want to miss! Our giveaway item is the largest Epcot Food and Wine Festival bag for 2018, in Dooney and Bourke’s standard tote size (about 12in high, 18in wide). Cost in the parks is $268. And here’s the best part — there’s HIDDEN decor on the bottom of the bag! Bottom of the handbag! And look at adorable Foodie Figment on the opposite side of the bag from Mickey! Foodie Figment on the Food and Wine Festival handbag It’s adorable, super high-quality, and a must-have for Disney food fans. Subscribe here to the FREE DFB newsletter for your chance to win! Winner will be chosen at random from our Newsletter subscriber list on Monday, August 10th. Winner will have 24 hours to respond to our email with their full name and United States address where they would like the bag delivered. If the winner does not respond with this information within 24 hours, we will move on to the next randomly selected winner. Good luck, everyone! Are you a fan of the Disney Dooney & Bourke collection? Will you be entering the contest to win the Disney Dooney & Bourke Food and Wine Festival handbag? Let us know with a comment! Related posts: Epcot Food and Wine Festival Events UPDATE! What’s Back and What’s NOT RETURNING! You Have GOT to See the Dooney & Bourke Bag for the 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival! Disney Food Post Round-Up: May 9, 2010 View the full article

We love a good Disney food hack — especially when it combines a duo of our favorite things. And today we’ve got a combo brought to us by Disney Food Blog reader Michael over at @DisneyNumNums! Join us at the Grand Floridian Cafe — and bring your stretchy pants! Grand Floridian Cafe sign at entrance Why? Because Michael tells us that if you start with the Grand Floridian Cafe’s Buttermilk Fried Chicken… Buttermilk Fried Chicken at Grand Floridian Cafe …you can end up with some killer Chicken and Waffles — with a Mickey Waffle, no less! Chicken and Waffles What, what?! In order to make this happen, all you have to do is request a waffle instead of the Crispy Potatoes, Kale, and Bacon that the chicken usually comes with! You’ll get a choice between a Belgian Waffle and the Mickey Waffle — and you get to keep that Sriracha-Honey Drizzle (and get more on the side, if you want!)! Chicken and Waffles! The server also brought hot maple syrup, butter, and ketchup — just in case you want to change things up a little! How fun is this?! Many thanks to Michael for sharing with us! Check out our latest review of the Grand Floridian Cafe and its classic Floridian Pancakes and Lobster Thermidor Burger! What’s your favorite Disney food hack? Share with us in the comments! Related posts: Recommended Disney World Dining Plan One Credit Restaurant Values Mother’s Day Brunch at Walt Disney World! 21 Myths About Walt Disney World Food DEBUNKED View the full article

AAAAARRR ya ready to go back to Tortuga Tavern? Learn About: Tortuga Tavern Magic Kingdom Disney World Restaurants This seasonally open spot in Magic Kingdom’s Adventureland serves grub to hungry pirates. But because it is open sporadically, you never know exactly what you’ll find on the menu. For a long time, Tortuga Tavern served up Mexican fare, then switched to a BBQ-based menu. These days, it’s relying primarily on park classics to serve the crowds. You’ll find Hot Dogs and Turkey Legs among the fare. But I was still in for a couple of small surprises on my last visit. And the rule is, if you find Tortuga Tavern open during your visit, you should at least take a quick glance at the menu… and a quick look around, too! Atmosphere The main reason it’s fun to stop by Tortuga Tavern is because of its all-things-pirate-y theme in keeping with its location directly across from the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction. Tortuga Tavern Just enter under the Jolly Roger… Jolly Roger Flags …. and you’ll find several ways brush up on your pirate manners! Code of Conduct A. Smith, Proprietor Fun touches like dinnerware, ale mugs, pewter candlesticks, and more can be spotted throughout the limited indoor seating area. Mugs for Grog Tortuga Tavern Platters and bottles But the bulk of the setting is made up of the plentiful outdoor seating (with lots of shade) for those busy days. Tortuga Tavern Seating Tortuga Tavern Seating Tortuga Tavern Seating Note that there IS limited indoor seating as well! Eats As I mentioned, the menu at Tortuga Tavern is currently… well, rather uninspired, honestly. While I’m opposed to neither Jumbo Turkey Legs or Hot Dogs, I still somewhat crave the Mexican fare that used to be served here. But you’ll find much of that at Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe these days, anyway. And there’s still a bit of fun tucked in when you notice things like the Short-Rib Topped Hot Dog among the offerings. Tortuga Tavern Menu You can also get a Chipotle Barbecue Short Rib Sandwich. And, hey, it’s ALWAYS a good thing to know where you can pick up a Pepper Jack Pretzel! The desserts and drinks, while very limited, are where I noticed more recent changes. Two Pirate-y treats have joined the lineup. The first is themed in name only: the Pirate Pear Slushy. But the second is actually pirate-themed: a new Rum Cake! Tortuga Tavern Menu I ordered up the Chipotle Barbecue Short Rib, and the two snacks made for Pirates like me ! Yo Ho! The Pirate Pear Slushy, complete with a Mickey Straw, is pretty much like the Desert Pear Slushy at Golden Oak Outpost… and that’s not a bad thing at all! Tortuga Tavern Eats The pear offers a refreshing, distinct, and enjoyable flavor and the whole thing really hits the spot on a hot day. It’s very sweet-tart and the flavor is intense, though, so be prepared for that. Kids will probably love it! The Chipotle Barbecue Short Rib is served in a bun and topped with a citrus slaw for some extra tang and crunch. It comes with a bag of Lay’s Potato Chips (not pictured). Chipotle Barbecue Short Rib Sandwich This is.. okay. The meat is tender and the plentiful chipotle barbecue sauce delivers a hint of smokiness. But I felt like the portion of the meat could’ve been better, especially when compared with the amount of slaw. So, if you’re craving more meat, you may as well go for that Short Rib topped Hot Dog after all! It was ultimately the Rum Cake that I was most excited to find. The look of it reminded me of sticky toffee pudding over at Rose and Crown in Epcot’s UK pavilion — similar bundt-cake mould with that caramelly sauce over the top. Rum Cake Maybe it’s because my visit to the Tavern coincided with my trip for the Epcot Food and Wine Festival, but the the whole cake-in-a-boat was giving me festival vibes. Rum Cake The whole thing carries hints of spice and I thought the rum flavor was nicely pronounced and very likely pirate-approved. Rum Cake This is a light dessert that’s going to be best for those folks who don’t understand why you’d put a lot of frosting on a cupcake. It’s subdued, mildly flavored and sweet, but not at all over the top. Does that make sense? Nosh or Not? You’ll want to stop by Tortuga Tavern if: Your starving and happen to be walking by this place…and there’s no line. You’re digging the idea of eating Rum Cake right before or after you ride Pirates of the Caribbean. You’ve always been curious about the Tavern and it just so happens to be open on the day you’re there! You’ll want to pass by Tortuga Tavern if: Your group requires a wider range of entree options. The current entrees aren’t on your list of must-eats (there are much better counter service options in Magic Kingdom). Well… it’s simply not open when you’re there. Overall Tortuga is basically a “the lines are too long everywhere else and we just need food” kind of place. There’s nothing menu-wise to recommend it at the moment as a destination, and your Disney Dining Plan counter service credit can get you MUCH more bang for the buck at a different restaurant. That said, it’s nice to see them having a little fun with the pirate theme with that new rum cake. Take a Food Tour of all the eats in Magic Kingdom’s Adventureland in our DFB YouTube Video! Will you be stopping by Tortuga Tavern if it’s open during your Magic Kingdom trip? Please let us know with a comment! 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During the next two days, Walt Disney World union workers will be casting their votes on whether to support a new contract that would increase their minimum pay to $15 an hour over the next three years. Union leaders said they expect “overwhelming” support for the new contract. Voting in employee... View the full article

Over the next two days, Walt Disney World union workers will be casting their votes on whether they support a new contract that would increase their minimum pay to $15-an-hour over the next three years. Union leaders said they expect “overwhelming” support for the new contract. Voting in employee... View the full article

The Epcot International Food & Wine Festival started a few days ago and I’m already in love with a new dish at the Brazil marketplace. Located between the France and Morocco pavilions, Brazil has always been a favorito of mine and of many guests. But this year, they’ve added Moqueca, a seafood stew that is to die for! It features scallops, shrimp and white fish with coconut-lime sauce on top of steamed rice. It’s so flavorful, with the right spice level to satisfy all! And good news! I talked with the Festival team and they graciously shared the Moqueca recipe with all #DisneyFamilia readers! Moqueca (Shrimp Stew with Coconut Milk) Serves 4 to 6 Ingredientes: 36 large shrimp, peeled and de-veined 6 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves, divided 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 6 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 teaspoon coarse salt 2 medium yellow onions, chopped, divided 1 (13.5-ounce) can coconut milk 1⁄4 cup extra virgin olive oil 4 plum tomatoes, chopped 2 tablespoons butter or palm oil 3-4 cups cooked long-grain white rice Directions: Place shrimp in wide shallow dish. Stir together 2 tablespoons cilantro, lime juice, garlic and salt in a small bowl and pour over shrimp. Turn shrimp to coat and marinate at room temperature for 20 minutes. Purée half of the chopped onions and the coconut milk in a blender; set aside. Heat oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat. Add remaining chopped onions and cook until translucent, 5 to 6 minutes. Add tomatoes and 2 tablespoons cilantro, stirring occasionally until tomatoes are soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in coconut milk purée and bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes or until sauce is slightly thickened. Stir in butter or palm oil. Add shrimp, pouring any remaining marinade in the skillet. Stir in remaining cilantro. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium, cover and cook for 5 minutes or just until shrimp turn pink. To serve, spoon over hot rice. The Festival’s 23rd year runs from August 30 to November 12, 2018. For more information on the Festival, check out TasteEpcot.com or call 407-939-3378. View the full article

We’ve officially entered fall in Disney World as the 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival just started last week and will continues its run through November 12th. But it seems as though Disney Springs has a little food and wine fall fever of its own… because WonderFall Flavors will bring new seasonally-inspired food and drink items to dining locations all around Disney Springs! Disney Springs Mickey Pumpkin From September 7th through November 6th, fourteen locations (plus a few bonus spots) will be serving specialty menu items for WonderFall Flavors. WonderFall Flavors Map And if you’d like to track all your autumn eats in Disney Springs, you can stop by the Disney Springs Welcome Center (or any participating restaurant) to pick up a pocket guide, including a map of the participating dining destinations. WonderFall Flavors YeSake Harvest Fresh Bowl – a customizable bowl featuring sliced chicken breast, spinach, kale, carrot, dried cranberries, and sliced almonds tossed in a sweet Vidalia onion dressing. Also available as a wrap Apple Cinnamon Sangria – complex flavors abound in this unique sangria featuring Japanese plum wine, orange, and lemon chilled down with frozen apples and finished with a sprinkle of sweet cinnamon YeSake WonderFall Flavors Enzo’s Hideaway Fall Harvest Soup – roasted apple and winter squash soup with spiced mascarpone cream and spiced candied nuts Pumpkin White Russian – Hangar 1 Vodka, Monin Pumpkin Spice, heavy cream, with a sprinkled sugar rim glass Enzo’s Hideaway WonderFall Flavors STK Orlando WonderFall Promo Small Plate – pomegranate chili-glazed shrimp with butternut squash ginger purée and cranberry agrodolce Pinot Grigio, Gabbiano, Delle Venezie, Italy – a light-bodied wine with a long finish that reveals hints of citrus and almonds Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante Fabulous Fall Butternut Squash Gnocchi – handmade ricotta gnocchi, roasted butternut squash, parmesan cream sauce, and pumpkin seed pesto Medici Punch – Tuaca, Bulleit Bourbon, with charred cinnamon cider Maria & Enzo’s WonderFall Flavors Morimoto Asia Cantonese Style Crispy Berkshire Pork Belly – autumn 5-spice rub, maple bourbon koshu gastrique, and lychee cranberry chutney Fall All Over – a smooth, decadent blend of Rémy Martin, Averna Amaro, lemon, apricot preserves, and a spritz of cinnamon Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar Bavarian Roasted Pork Shanks – tender, bite-sized “pig wings” tossed in an Oktoberfest beer sauce and served with fried spatzle mac and cheese Air Pirate’s Pretzels – Oktoberfest-themed flight of pretzels with spicy German mustard and beer cheese fondue Autumn Smash – fall into the season with Captain Morgan Rum, lemon juice, peach nectar, simple syrup, and a touch of cinnamon Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar WonderFall Flavors The Boathouse Lucky Dux Oysters – half shell by the piece with green apple Champagne mignonette sauce Bronzed Maple Coffee – whiskey, muddled candy, coffee, and maple whip cream garnished with a dusting of maple powder and candy The Boathouse WonderFall Flavors Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant Pumpkin Crème Brûlée Trart – pumpkin crème brûlée baked in a pastry shell with fried cheesecake bites, caramel toile, and chocolate ganache Pumpkin Baileys Irish Coffee – Baileys pumpkin spice with fresh espresso topped with whipped cream Paddlefish Braised Pork Shoulder – apple cider reduction with autumn spices and cauliflower purée Paddlefish Hard Apple – apple cider, bourbon, and ginger beer, garnished with a cinnamon stick Paddlefish WonderFall Flavors B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Co. Smoked Sausage – with beer cheese sauce, bacon, and apple braised red cabbage on a Tuscan roll Stella Artois Apple Cider – clean, crisp, and perfectly balanced with a little peach taste. Delicate apricot notes complement its fresh apple flavor B.B. Wolfe’s WonderFall Flavors The Daily Poutine Oktoberfest Poutine – stout gravy, bratwurst sausage, cheese curds, and cilantro Ace Pineapple Cider – a balanced, crisp, natural offering made with fresh pineapple offering a sweet taste and tart finish. This pineapple cider was the first developed in the world Amorette’s Patisserie Caramel Apricot Cobbler – Verrine with apricot topped with sugared almonds and buttermilk panna cotta Fall Harvest Petit Cake – cinnamon and nutmeg chiffon cake, layered with Calvados salted caramel mousse, cranberry cherry pate de fruit, and roasted hazelnuts Apple Cider Riesling Wine Slushie Amorette’s Patisserie WonderFall Flavors The Polite Pig Fall Harvest Taco – apple cranberry-glazed smoked pork belly, soft corn tortilla, pumpkin-apple slaw, pepitas, and picked onions Apple Cider Whiskey Sour – straight rye whiskey, apple cider, lemon, brown sugar, and cinnamon Fall Harvest Pork Belly Taco at The Polite Pig D-Luxe Burger Apple Whisky Jam and Smoked Sausage Burger – smoked gouda, lettuce tomato, and caramelized onions Pumpkin Shake – Pumpkin, caramel, and graham crackers swirled together for a tasty fall treat D-Luxe Burger WonderFall Flavors Additional Disney Springs WonderFall Treats 4R Cantina Barbacoa Food Truck – Pumpkin Spice Churro Balls AristoCrepes – Brie Cheese and Bosc Pear Crepe with Orange Blossom Honey Chicken Guy! – Cinnamon Apple Milkshake Disney’s Candy Cauldron and Goofy’s Candy Co. – Fall-Inspired Treats and Specialty Apples Outdoor Vending Carts – Salted Caramel Pretzels and Pumpkin Churros (select carts only) Sprinkles – Pumpkin Cupcake (Sept 1-30), Pumpkin Spice Latte Cupcake (Sept 10-23), Candy Apple Cupcake (Sept 24-Oct 7) AristoCrepes WonderFall Flavors Hard Ciders at Dockside Margaritas (and Select Outdoor Vending Carts) Angry Orchard Crisp Apple Cider: This crisp and refreshing cider mixes the sweetness of the apples with a subtle dryness for a balanced cider taste. The fresh apple aroma and slightly sweet, ripe apple flavor make this cider hard to resist. Angry Orchard Rosé Cider: Made with rare, red flesh apples from France. Each apple is crisp, juicy and red to the core, adding an irresistible rosy blush and apple-forward taste with a refreshing dry finish. Ayinger Oktober Fest-Märzen: Rich, amber-golden color. Deep, inviting, malty nose and bready, wonderful flavor that’s an ode to barley. Medium to big body, with a touch of warming alcohol on the finish. Margarita Cider by 3 Daughters Brewing: Hard cider blended with lime juice and sea salt then aged in tequila barrels for a festive and unique flavor. This semi-sweet apple cider is tart and refreshing and perfect for Florida. Pumpking Imperial Ale by Southern Tier Brewing Co.: This beer gives off hints of pumpkin pie and spice aromas on the nose. Huge flavors of genuine pumpkin pie, nutmeg, and cinnamon come through with a rich and creamy, yet crisp taste. Samuel Adams OctoberFest: The first thing you notice when pouring this seasonal beer is the color. It has a deep golden amber hue which itself is reflective of the fall season. A malt lover’s dream, this beer offers a delicious harmony of flavors. Dockside Margaritas So remember, starting September 7th, it’s WONDERFALL, Y’ALL in Disney Springs! Start your Disney Springs Food Tour at the Town Center, then check out our DFB YouTube Channel for more Disney Springs Food Tours! Will you be checking out WonderFall Flavors in Disney Springs? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: What’s New Around Walt Disney World — June 14, 2016 What’s New Around Walt Disney World: October 20, 2016 What’s New Around Walt Disney World: December 20, 2016 View the full article

As autumn draws near, get ready for whole new host of seasonally-inspired eats with WonderFall Flavors at Disney Springs! Starting September 7, 2018, celebrate your favorite fall flavors with everything from harvest tacos and pumpkin desserts to hard ciders and autumn-inspired cocktails. This seasonal celebration includes over 14 restaurants and quick service locations throughout Disney Springs. I’ve put together this foodie guide to help you find all the flavors of fall! YeSake Harvest Fresh Bowl – a customizable bowl featuring sliced chicken breast, spinach, kale, carrot, dried cranberries, and sliced almonds tossed in a sweet Vidalia onion dressing. Also available as a wrap Apple Cinnamon Sangria – complex flavors abound in this unique sangria featuring Japanese plum wine, orange, and lemon chilled down with frozen apples and finished with a sprinkle of sweet cinnamon Enzos Hideaway Fall Harvest Soup – roasted apple and winter squash soup with spiced mascarpone cream and spiced candied nuts Pumpkin White Russian – Hangar 1 Vodka, Monin Pumpkin Spice, heavy cream, with a sprinkled sugar rim glass STK Orlando WonderFall Promo Small Plate – pomegranate chili-glazed shrimp with butternut squash ginger purée and cranberry agrodolce Pinot Grigio, Gabbiano, Delle Venezie, Italy – a light-bodied wine with a long finish that reveals hints of citrus and almonds Maria & Enzo’s Fabulous Fall Butternut Squash Gnocchi – handmade ricotta gnocchi, roasted butternut squash, parmesan cream sauce, and pumpkin seed pesto Medici Punch – Tuaca, Bulleit Bourbon, with charred cinnamon cider Morimoto Asia Cantonese Style Crispy Berkshire Pork Belly – autumn 5-spice rub, maple bourbon koshu gastrique, and lychee cranberry chutney Fall All Over – a smooth, decadent blend of Rémy Martin, Averna Amaro, lemon, apricot preserves, and a spritz of cinnamon Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar Bavarian Roasted Pork Shanks – tender, bite-sized “pig wings” tossed in an Oktoberfest beer sauce and served with fried spatzle mac and cheese Air Pirate’s Pretzels – Oktoberfest-themed flight of pretzels with spicy German mustard and beer cheese fondue Autumn Smash – fall into the season with Captain Morgan Rum, lemon juice, peach nectar, simple syrup, and a touch of cinnamon The Boathouse Lucky Dux Oysters – half shell by the piece with green apple Champagne mignonette sauce Bronzed Maple Coffee – whiskey, muddled candy, coffee, and maple whip cream garnished with a dusting of maple powder and candy Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant Pumpkin Crème Brûlée Trart – pumpkin crème brûlée baked in a pastry shell with fried cheesecake bites, caramel toile, and chocolate ganache Pumpkin Baileys Irish Coffee – Baileys pumpkin spice with fresh espresso topped with whipped cream Paddlefish Braised Pork Shoulder – apple cider reduction with autumn spices and cauliflower purée Paddlefish Hard Apple – apple cider, bourbon, and ginger beer, garnished with a cinnamon stick B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Co. Smoked Sausage – with beer cheese sauce, bacon, and apple braised red cabbage on a Tuscan roll Stella Artois Apple Cider – clean, crisp, and perfectly balanced with a little peach taste. Delicate apricot notes complement its fresh apple flavor The Daily Poutine Oktoberfest Poutine – stout gravy, bratwurst sausage, cheese curds, and cilantro Ace Pineapple Cider – a balanced, crisp, natural offering made with fresh pineapple offering a sweet taste and tart finish. This pineapple cider was the first developed in the world Amorette’s Patisserie Caramel Apricot Cobbler – Verrine with apricot topped with sugared almonds and buttermilk panna cotta Fall Harvest Petit Cake – cinnamon and nutmeg chiffon cake, layered with Calvados salted caramel mousse, cranberry cherry pate de fruit, and roasted hazelnuts Apple Cider Riesling Wine Slushie The Polite Pig Fall Harvest Taco – apple cranberry-glazed smoked pork belly, soft corn tortilla, pumpkin-apple slaw, pepitas, and picked onions Apple Cider Whiskey Sour – straight rye whiskey, apple cider, lemon, brown sugar, and cinnamon D-Luxe Burger Apple Whisky Jam and Smoked Sausage Burger – smoked gouda, lettuce tomato, and caramelized onions Pumpkin Shake – Pumpkin, caramel, and graham crackers swirled together for a tasty fall treat Additional Delights 4R Cantina Barbacoa Food Truck – Pumpkin Spice Churro Balls AristoCrepes – Brie Cheese and Bosc Pear Crepe with Orange Blossom Honey Chicken Guy! – Cinnamon Apple Milkshake Disney’s Candy Cauldron and Goofy’s Candy Co. – Fall-Inspired Treats and Specialty Apples Outdoor Vending Carts – Salted Caramel Pretzels and Pumpkin Churros (select carts only) Sprinkles – Pumpkin Cupcake (Sept 1-30), Pumpkin Spice Latte Cupcake (Sept 10-23), Candy Apple Cupcake (Sept 24-Oct 7) Fall-Inspired Hard Ciders at Dockside Margaritas and Select Outdoor Vending Carts Angry Orchard Crisp Apple Cider: This crisp and refreshing cider mixes the sweetness of the apples with a subtle dryness for a balanced cider taste. The fresh apple aroma and slightly sweet, ripe apple flavor make this cider hard to resist. Angry Orchard Rosé Cider: Made with rare, red flesh apples from France. Each apple is crisp, juicy and red to the core, adding an irresistible rosy blush and apple-forward taste with a refreshing dry finish. Ayinger Oktober Fest-Märzen: Rich, amber-golden color. Deep, inviting, malty nose and bready, wonderful flavor that’s an ode to barley. Medium to big body, with a touch of warming alcohol on the finish. Margarita Cider by 3 Daughters Brewing: Hard cider blended with lime juice and sea salt then aged in tequila barrels for a festive and unique flavor. This semi-sweet apple cider is tart and refreshing and perfect for Florida. Pumpking Imperial Ale by Southern Tier Brewing Co.: This beer gives off hints of pumpkin pie and spice aromas on the nose. Huge flavors of genuine pumpkin pie, nutmeg, and cinnamon come through with a rich and creamy, yet crisp taste. Samuel Adams OctoberFest: The first thing you notice when pouring this seasonal beer is the color. It has a deep golden amber hue which itself is reflective of the fall season. A malt lover’s dream, this beer offers a delicious harmony of flavors. WonderFall Flavors at Disney Springs starts September 7 and runs through November 6. If you’re looking to get you fix of fall flavors, then this is definitely the place to be! Be sure to stop by the Disney Springs Welcome Center or any participating location to get your WonderFall Flavors booklet. This pocket-sized guide will help you chart your course and keep track of your tastings! For more info, visit the Disney Springs website. To make reservations, visit the Walt Disney World Resort website or call (407) WDW-DINE (407 939-3463) View the full article

The ongoing major refurbishments at Disney World’s Caribbean Beach Resort are entering the “finishing touches” stage! Caribbean Beach Resort And changes to dining areas, of course, are high on the list of the renovations, with the recently opened new Spyglass Grill and the more recently announced Sebastian’s Bistro Table Service restaurant which will be the replacement to Shutter’s. Now Disney is offering a glimpse at some of the colorful artwork that will enhance the expanded Centertown Market counter service spot! Centertown Market artwork ©Disney The inspiration for the Imagineers stems from a variety of festivals which take place throughout the Caribbean islands. Centertown Market painting in progress ©Disney And the hand-painted mural will reflect that celebratory festival feel. Centertown Market artwork ©Disney “The mural depicts a street parade complete with music, dance and lavish costume pieces made from feathers and colorful hand-cut and fringed crepe paper,” according to Disney. Centertown Market artwork ©Disney Centertown Market painting in progress ©Disney Colorful details will also enhance Sebastian’s Bistro, and will include a screen of hand-painted fishing floats at the entrance for the Bistro. Sebastian’s Bistro Logo ©Disney Though a late summer reopening was originally anticipated for the completion of the refurbishment, Disney has now confirmed a fall completion for the work. Click here to check out the changes in progress at Caribbean Beach Resort! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Details! The 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, is now available! With more than 650 pages, the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 20+ years of visits. We’ve done the research for you, so you’ll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family’s needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you’ll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2018 to save 25% today! Use code WDW2018 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you excited to see the changes coming to Caribbean Beach Resort? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Construction Update: August 2018 News: Artwork Revealed for Disney World’s Caribbean Beach Resort Restaurants Disney World’s Caribbean Beach Resort Dining Update: New Sebastian’s Bistro and More! View the full article