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Looking for a great way to spend Mother’s Day at Walt Disney World Resort? Disney Springs has plenty of options, from tasty brunches to delicious desserts. Here’s a sample of what’s available this year: Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante – A special buffet will be served Sunday, May 13, from 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., featuring gems like mascarpone French toast, poached hen egg and quinoa kale salad and hand-carved NY strip steak. The regular lunch menu will also be served. Reservations available at Maria&Enzo’s.com. Enzo’s Hideaway – To celebrate Mother’s Day, Enzo’s Hideaway will offer a Prix Fixe menu of Italian specialties including ahi tuna crudo, ricotta gnocchi, pasta frutti di mare and trio of homemade gelatos. Moms will also receive a complimentary glass of Prosecco when dining on Mother’s Day. House of Blues Restaurant & Bar – Celebrate Mother’s Day at the restaurant’s famous Gospel Brunch – a soulful experience that includes an all-you-care-to-enjoy buffet and live entertainment. Choose between the 10:30 a.m. or 1 p.m. seating based on availability. Paddlefish – Take in seafood and scenic views of Disney Springs aboard an iconic Mississippi riverboat. The regular Sunday brunch will also be available. Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant – Check out The Rollicking Raglan Brunch, May 12 and May 13, 2018, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The menu will include traditional Irish favorites, and live entertainment will be featured from noon to 4:00 p.m. Advance reservations are strongly recommended. STK Orlando – A Mother’s Day weekend brunch buffet will be offered Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. The buffet will include an omelet station, smoked salmon platter and an assortment of desserts including tres leches cakes, churros and cotton candy. Sweet Treats – Grab Mom dessert or a sweet treat at Sprinkles Cupcakes, The Ganachery or Amorette’s Patisserie. For reservations, call (407) WDW-DINE or (407) 939-3463, or visit DisneyWorld.com. View the full article

The first-ever Pixar Fest at the Disneyland Resort celebrates the heartwarming stories and characters of Pixar films from now through September 3. Guests of all ages can get into the spirit with fun Pixar Fest merchandise—from apparel and accessories, to home goods and souvenirs. Here’s a roundup of our top picks! On the apparel front, pullover sweaters, t-shirts and baseball caps feature colorful Pixar Fest character designs. Items are available in men’s, women’s and youth sizes, so you can easily match with your friends and family. Guests can embody their favorite Pixar characters with special themed headwear. From Woody, Space Alien, WALL•E, EVE and Lightning McQueen ears to Buzz Lightyear glow headbands, and hair bows inspired by Dory, Jessie, and Mike and Sulley, it might be difficult to just choose one character! Best friends visiting the Disneyland Resort can commemorate their visit with Pixar-themed friendship charm bracelets. With nine sets of Pixar pal charms, friends can choose their favorites or collect them all. Continue the celebration of friendship and beyond with special drinkware that adds a little Pixar flair to your beverages. “Ooh” and “ahh” with a Light Up Tumbler, which features an illuminated claw reaching down toward our little friend. For tea and coffee lovers, pick up a mug adorned with Pixar pals. Send a message to a friend with a special Pixar Fest greeting card. The note cards feature Pixar pals Lightning McQueen and Mater, Dug and Russell, Remy and Linguini, and Sulley and Boo on the front cover, with space to write a personalized message for your friend inside. Take home the fun with a puzzle magnet featuring Pixar Fest character artwork—iconic Pixar characters will come to life on your refrigerator! You can even bring the Pixar spirit into your holiday celebrations later this year. Two-sided, Pixar Fest ceramic disk ornaments showcase Pixar friends Mike and Sulley, WALL•E and EVE, Miguel and Dante, and Joy and Anger, with one pal on each side. These Pixar Fest items are available throughout the resort for a limited time, including Emporium in Disneyland park, Knick’s Knacks in Disney California Adventure park, World of Disney in Downtown Disney District. View the full article

Listen to the episode in the player below, or through Apple podcasts or Google Play. Orlando Sentinel Conversations Episode 25: Orlando Sentinel theme park reporter Dewayne Bevil and Robb Alvey, owner of Theme Park Review, discuss their ultimate behind the scenes tour of Disney Imagineering in... View the full article

We recently shared the news about the coolest nighttime water park event coming to town – Disney H2O Glow Nights at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park. Today, I’m excited to share with you a picture inspired by this new nighttime party that will allow guests to experience the water park in a whole new light: With glowing beach balls, inner tubes and other lighting effects, Disney H2O Glow Nights is a rare opportunity for guests to experience Typhoon Lagoon under the moonlight. On select nights beginning June 21, Typhoon Lagoon becomes a luminous, nighttime hotspot featuring a DJ Dance Party on the beach, plus special character meetings with Buzz, Woody and Jessie from Pixar’s “Toy Story,” as they visit Typhoon Lagoon for the first time. And let’s not forget about our host, Partysaurus Rex, who is inviting guests to this one-of-a-kind experience. Guests can also play party games, try unique food and beverage treats and enjoy all attractions at the water park with minimal wait times, including Crush ‘n’ Gusher, a thrilling water coaster and Miss Adventure Falls, the newest attraction at Typhoon Lagoon. While the kids are splashing about, adults can visit The Wharf. This adults-only oasis is unique to Disney H2O Glow Nights and is only available when Typhoon Lagoon transforms at nightfall. I don’t know about you guys, but I cannot wait! If this sounds like your kind of party, you’re in luck – you can still grab tickets for this glowing good time! Disney H2O Glow Nights tickets cost $55 for adults and $50 for children, ages 3-9 (plus tax), and can be purchased by visiting http://disneyworld.com/h2oglownights, or calling (407) 939-1872. Hope to see you there! View the full article

As we previously announced, Disney Channel will be kicking off its exciting lineup of summer programming at the Disneyland Resort on Saturday, May 12 with Disney Channel GO! Fan Fest! The day will be filled with fun experiences for the whole family, taking the action from the Disney Channel screen into Disneyland park and Disney California Adventure park. Here’s a run down of the day’s events: 11:15 a.m. – Disney Channel stars will be featured in a cavalcade down Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland park. If you can’t make it to the Disneyland Resort, be sure to watch the #DisneyParksLive stream of the cavalcade on the Disney Parks Blog! In the afternoon, join up with other fans and see some of your favorite stars in person during moderated panel discussions at Stage 17 in Hollywood Land at Disney California Adventure park. 1 p.m. – “BUNK’D” and “Bizaardvark” 2 p.m. – “DuckTales LIVE!” (live table read) 3 p.m. – “Andi Mack” and “Stuck in the Middle” 4 p.m. – “Raven’s Home” 5 p.m. – Disney Channel Original Movies “ZOMBIES” and “Freaky Friday” You can also see some of your favorite stars outside Stage 12 in Hollywood Land. Be sure to bring your camera-ready smiles! 1 p.m. – “Andi Mack” (Peyton Elizabeth Lee, Lilan Bowden, Joshua Rush, Trent Garrett) and “Stuck in the Middle” (Jenna Ortega, Isaak Presley, Nicolas Bechtel, Malachi Barton) 2 p.m. – “BUNK’D” (Peyton List, Mallory Mahoney) and “Bizaardvark” (Madison Hu, DeVore Ledridge, Ethan Wacker, Maxwell Simkins, Elie Samouhi) 3 p.m. – “Raven’s Home” (Raven-Symoné, Anneliese van der Pol, Issac Ryan Brown, Navia Robinson, Jason Maybaum, Sky Katz) 4 p.m. – “DuckTales” (David Tennant, Danny Pudi, Ben Schwartz, Bobby Moynihan, Kate Micucci, Toks Olagundoye) Schedule, events and talent subject to change or cancellation. Space is limited for the panel discussions. For the meet-and-greet experiences, wristbands for your choice of one (1) meet-and-greet experience per guest will be distributed at park opening in front of Stage 12. Wristbands are extremely limited per experience. Available while supplies last.* Join the social conversation by using #DisneyChannelFanFest. Stay tuned for new programming this summer on Disney Channel, with new shows at 9:00 a.m. EST/PST on weekdays and 8:00 a.m. EST/PST on weekends. Disney Channel fans can also now watch all their favorite Disney Channel series and movies on Hulu’s live TV streaming service or its on-demand library. *Wristband Guidelines: A wristband entitles the bearer to the opportunity to attend one (1) Disney Channel GO! Fan Fest meet & greet experience per Guest in association with the Disney Channel GO! Fan Fest. Wristbands must be picked up in person and may not be picked up for others. In addition, holding a place in line for others in your party, either to pick up wristbands or experience the meet & greet, will not be allowed. All Guests must be present when the applicable line forms or they will be escorted to the back of the line. Lost, stolen or damaged wristbands will not be replaced. Wristbands have no cash value. Restrictions apply. Subject to change without notice. View the full article

Yes, Walt Disney World visitors may be seeing more spots before their eyes. The resort’s Minnie Vans transportation service has been in expansion mode, nearly doubling its fleet, and it is now available to guests in all of its on-property hotels. The look of the distinctive vehicles was inspired... View the full article

There’s always something new happening in Walt Disney World’s Disney Springs, and this week is no exception! We’ve got menu changes, new merchandise, construction updates, and extras! Join us to see What’s New! West Side Disney Springs New Menus & Eats Coca-Cola’s Rooftop Bar is serving up sweet treats, including Coca-Cola Cake and Coca-Cola Brownies! Yes, we will embrace the Treat Yourself mantra! Coca Cola Rooftop Bar Menu Coca Cola Cake Coca Cola Brownie Joffrey’s is now pouring three seasonal drinks: Tiki Mango tea, Tea Breeze, and Twisted Blackberry! Joffrey’s Seasonal Drinks Ghirardelli Soda Fountain has brought back the Haight Ashberry Very Berry Sundae — sans the flower crown and sunnies that were so much fun last year. Ghirardelli Haight Ashberry Sundae Haight-Ashberry Sundae Marketplace Starbucks is serving Superhero Movie Special beverages! Find Captain U.S.A., Green Monster Frappuccino, T’Chai-A Frappuccino, Iron Guy Refresher, and The Gauntlet Frappuccino! Marketplace Starbucks Superhero Menu Prepare to Get Spicy at Earl of Sandwich where they’ve added Chicken Poblano Soup and a Spicy Southwest Chicken Sandwich to the menu! Get Spicy at Earl of Sandwich Prefer something sweet to something spicy? Head on over to Goofy’s Candy Co. where you can take a bite out of Mike Wazowski with one eye — in Caramel Apple form! (Not new, but still cute!) Goofy’s Candy Co. Mike Wazowski Caramel Apple Or pick up a classic Mickey’s Red Shorts Cake Pop! This is one of our favorite classics! Mickey’s Red Shorts Cake Pop Current specialty margs at Dockside Margaritas are Watermelon and Tangerine. They sound super refreshing! Dockside Margaritas Menu Meanwhile, Sprinkles Cupcakes has lots of exciting additions! Cupcake fans can now pick up Red Velvet Lip Scrub in a collabo between Sprinkles and Sara Happ. Sprinkles Cupcakes Lip Scrub The seasonal ice cream flavor is Lemon Meringue — with graham cracker crumble and homemade marshmallow cream mixed in. Yum! Sprinkles Cupcakes Lemon Meringue Ice Cream Casamigos Margaria Cupcakes are back until May 13! (You can find them at Disneyland’s Sprinkles location, too!) Casamigos Margarita Cupcake Casamigos Margarita Cupcake The Red Velvet Cupcake at Sprinkles comes with a cute little palm tree decoration now in addition to the usual two-colored dots. Red Velvet with a Palm Tree Topper If you stop into The Ganachery, you can pick up the Millennial Pink Minnie Pinata, which is filled with treats. Millennial Pink Minnie Pinata Minnie Pinata The pinata itself is shimmering chocolate, and it’s topped with a millennial pink set of Minnie ears! Minnie Pinata Also at The Ganachery: House-Made S’mores are back, and they’re as ooey gooey as ever! S’mores House-Made S’more at The Ganachery For gelato love, head to Vivoli Il Gelato for their Seasonal Milkshakes and Seasonal Sundaes. Vivoli Gelato Seasonal Milk Shakes Vivoli Gelato Seasonal Sundaes The Captain’s Milkshake is super festive! Vivoli Gelato Captain’s Shake YeSake is now selling Souvenir Wooden Cups for the sake. Fun keepsake! YeSake Souvenir Wooden Cups YeSake Souvenir Wooden Cups The menu at the Marketplace Rainforest Cafe location is featuring Taste the Riches — a specialty menu including Bombay Seafood Stew, Bay of Bengal Salmon, and Bollywood Butter Chicken and Shrimp! Rainforest Cafe Menu And to top it all off, head to Amorette’s Patisserie for a glass of ($18) Millennial Pink Champagne! (If, you know, that’s your thing.) Amorette’s Patisserie Millennial Pink Champagne Or enjoy the Disney Springs Food Trucks. Current trucks are World Showcase of Flavors and Spring’s Street Tacos. Disney Springs Food Trucks Disney Springs Extras Disney Springs is fun beyond the food, and there are lots of fun extras right now! First up: Aerophile (formerly known as Characters in Flight) has new signage. Aerophile Balloon Signage Aerophile Balloon Prices Aerophile Balloon Ad We recently gave you the scoop on the Disney Springs Bourbon Trail. If you’re blazing the trail, you’ll want to pick up a handy Bourbon Trail Passport. Bourbon Trail Passport Bourbon Trail Bourbon Trail Bourbon Trail Bourbon Trail Bourbon Trail Bourbon Trail Bourbon Trail Want to join the massive cast of Avengers: Infinity War? Jump into the photo opp that’s been set up in the Marketplace. Avengers Photo Op At Homecomin’, join the fun at Saturday Night Shine: Sippin’ on the Springs! Listen to live bands, gulp down some specialty drinks, and nosh on Homecomin’s Late Night Menu! (Check out @HomecominFL on Instagram for week-to-week details!) Homecomin’s Saturday Night Shine New Disney Merchandise Ready for some food merch? Because we spotted four iconic Mickey-shaped food keychains! Snack Keychains — Krispie Mickey Snack Keychain: Mickey Pretzel Snack Keychain: Mickey Premium Bar Snack Keychain: Mickey Waffle At Tren-D, guests will be swooning over the princess line of clothing and accessories. Just check out this Little Mermaid-inspired gear! Princess Line at Tren-D Princess Line at Tren-D Princess Line at Tren-D Princess Line at Tren-D Princess Line at Tren-D And for the Beauty and the Beast fans: adventure awaits! Princess Line at Tren-D Princess Line at Tren-D Princess Line at Tren-D And some Aurora love! Princess Line at Tren-D Get ready for Summer with the Lands that I Love tee! Find it in various Disney Springs merchandise locations! Lands That I Love Tee Construction Per the norm, there’s a bevvy of construction activity going on in Disney Springs. First up: concept art for Wolfgang Puck’s new location. We can’t wait to enjoy sunlight through that wall of windows! Wolfgang Puck Concept Art Still a way to go before completion, but it looks to be a large building with lots of Springs-worthy design! Wolfgang Puck Construction Wine Bar George is nearing completion. Signs are up! Wine Bar George The subtle industrial details here are really harmonious with the red brick. Wine Bar George Construction Terralina Crafted Italian is coming along. Love the red tile roof! Check out our sneak peek of the menu! Terralina Construction DisneyStyle is opening soon (Spring 2018 sure is going fast, yes?) — and we’re looking forward to check out all the fashion and merchandise! DisneyStyle Signage Okay, we’re signing off from Disney Springs — with more What’s New to come in the very near future! Want to know what to eat in Disney Springs? Check out the DFB YouTube video Eat THIS in Disney Springs! What are you most excited about seeing in Disney Springs? 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: What’s New in Disney World’s Disney Springs: March 29, 2018 What’s New in Disney Springs This Week! February 13, 2018 What’s New in Disney World’s Disney Springs: December 4, 2017 View the full article

Hey, friends! We’re back with another DFB Video today, and if you’re in the mood for some STEAK then you’ll definitely want to check it out! STK Orlando That’s right! Today we’re taking on the Disney World steakhouses! Or, perhaps I should say they’re taking each other on in our Disney World Steakhouse Battle! We’re discussing Epcot’s Le Cellier, Yachtsman Steakhouse, Shula’s, and STK Orlando… and we’re listing pros and cons of each location to help you choose which location might be best for you during your Disney World vacation! 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 Disney World steakhouse? 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: 5 Super Fun Rainy Day Activities in Disney World! DFB Video: Pros and Cons of Disney World Transportation DFB Video: The BEST THINGS I’ve Eaten in Disney World So Far in 2018! View the full article

If you’re planning to enjoy breakfast with some Disney Junior pals at Hollywood & Vine’s Disney Junior Play ’n Dine Breakfast in Hollywood Studios, then you’ll want to know about some character changes coming to the location! Disney Junior Play ‘n Dine setup Racers, get ready! Because joining Sofia the First, Doc McStuffins, and Jake of Jake and the Neverland Pirates will be… Goofy in Hollywood Studios … Roadster Racers GOOFY!! According to wdwmagic.com, Roadster Racers Goofy will be seen at the Disney Junior Play ’n Dine Breakfast starting May 13, 2018. Though it will be fun to see Goofy join the morning gang at Hollywood & Vine, we’ll be saying “So long” to Handy Manny at the location. Handy Manny at Hollywood and Vine Restaurant Lunch and Dinner at Hollywood & Vine remains a seasonal affair with Minnie’s Seasonal Dine, where you can still experience the Springtime Dine through June 3rd (June 4th will be the first date for the beachy Summertime Dine). So “gear up for fun” when Roadster Racers Goofy hits the scene at Disney Junior Play ’n Dine Breakfast starting May 13th! Check out DFB’s Best and Worst Character Meals in Disney World In This Video! What do you think of Roadster Goofy joining the lineup at Hollywood and Vine for breakfast? 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: Minnie’s Seasonal Dine at Hollywood & Vine To Be Offered for Lunch and Dinner Sofia the First and Doc McStuffins Join Play ‘n Dine at Hollywood and Vine! News! Minnie’s Seasonal Dine Coming to Hollywood & Vine for Year-Round Celebrations View the full article

I’m sure looking forward to the release of Solo: A Star Wars Story, the latest film that will let you journey into a galaxy far, far away. The film opens May 25, but today we’re happy to share that tickets are now on sale for the film! There’s no better way to celebrate than to follow up a screening of the film with attending the Star Wars: Galactic Nights special event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios held exclusively on May 27th. One highlight of this Star Wars: Galactic Nights celebration will be exclusive Solo: A Star Wars Story-inspired content – particularly the opportunity to participate in this year’s Stars of the Saga, an entertaining Star Wars-themed talk show with celebrity guest Joonas Suotamo who plays Chewbacca in the new film. He will be talking about his fascinating life and movie making adventures – audience members may also have the opportunity to ask Joonas their own questions. The event’s Star Wars: A Galaxy Far, Far Away presentation will debut some new video moments from Solo: A Star Wars Story. And the park’s nighttime projection show, “Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular,” will debut a new action sequence from the film. Plus, event attendees will receive a complimentary commemorative patch with proof of a movie ticket purchase. Just show an electronic or printed proof of purchase or ticket to a showing of Solo: A Star Wars Story dated between May 24-27 at the event to receive a free commemorative patch. (One gift per guest, while supplies list). View the full article

This Sunday we will celebrate Mom! The woman who has cooked for you, cleaned your room and reminded you to get enough rest. Yes, it’s only fitting that we celebrate this special woman for at least one day each year. This year Disney Parks Moms Panelist, Jerry, celebrates his wife and shares how he believes you can create magical memories for your mom at Walt Disney World Resort. Celebrating Mom With so many exciting choices across theme parks, attractions, parades, water parks, restaurants, shops and more, how do you best wrap your arms around all those options the way Mom wraps her arms around everything family? How do you say, “Can You Feel the Love Today, Mom?” First, it starts with borrowing some Mother’s intuition. A Mom has the secret sense to know every detail about everyone in her family. So, start with doing your best to channel her thoughts on the perfect day. Call your Fairy Godmother, text Tinker Bell, or wish upon a star, but do whatever is needed to put some thought into knowing what Mom loves. As a Disney Dad, married to an equally all-Disney wife and mom, I’ve enjoyed almost 18 years of my son and I trying to create Mother’s Day moments that show our love and appreciation. At Walt Disney World, I would start with breakfast reservations where she can enjoy something similar to what I might prepare at home. The house-made banana bread French toast with bananas foster sauce at Whispering Canyon Cafe is the perfect choice for my wife. After breakfast, we’d head over to her always favorite Magic Kingdom Park. For many of us, there’s a moment when you first step onto Main Street, U.S.A. that brings with it an overwhelming, shake-your-bum-happy-dance giddiness, and our Mother’s Day guest of honor is no different. The first stop will be Main Street Bakery, where they have perfected the 5-pump mocha that my wife says is a must. Like myself, my wife and son love Space Mountain, so we always make that attraction our first and last experience. Throughout the day, we’ll stop at several Disney PhotoPass Service photographers. What Mom doesn’t want to see their kiddos smiling at them in a photo they can cherish forever? Cinderella is my wife’s favorite Disney Princess, so a dinner at Cinderella’s Royal Table will add to her royal treatment. Topping off the day? The only experience my wife loves more than walking though Magic Kingdom Park is watching fireworks, and so you can only imagine the sheer perfection that Happily Ever After puts in the air. So far, we have a day of magic ending with spectacular fireworks beneath the stars, above Cinderella Castle. Could we make this Mother’s Day any more perfect? Yes. Capture some of those sparkles in the sky. When my son and I celebrated his Mom’s first Mother’s Day at Walt Disney World, he picked out a pair of Mickey Mouse iconic earrings that she still cherishes all these years later. Ok, he was nine months old at the time, so he had some help. Finally, our family has a tradition for ending a day at Magic Kingdom Park. We stay as late as possible, hanging back a bit after The Kiss Goodnight as Main Street, U.S.A. empties and grows quiet. There is a feeling in the air of all that magic lingering around you. You can see it in the streetlamps and lights that string along the rooftops. As the Lion King ballad says, there’s a calm surrender to the rush of day, an enchanted moment when we let the love of our Mother’s Day know — It’s enough for us just to be with you. Sounds like a perfect Mother’s Day! If you need tips for planning the ultimate day for your mom at the Walt Disney World Resort or general Disney vacation planning ideas, be sure to visit the DisneyParksMomsPanel.com and ask one of our knowledge panelists for more great tips and recommendations. 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. This week, artist Ashley Taylor drew on Stitch from “Lilo & Stitch” for inspiration. In the film, Stitch is introduced to music by Lilo, who shares her favorite 1950s tunes with him. So it’s likely Stitch would seek out an area of Magic Kingdom Park with music that is truly out of this world. “Sonny Eclipse is the best musician in the galaxy,” she said. “I could easily imagine Stitch spending his time listening to his music!” View the full article

Check back on Saturday, May 12 at 11:20 a.m. PDT for the Disney Channel and #DisneyParksLIVE “Disney Channel GO! Fan Fest” cavalcade from the Disneyland Resort. View the full article

Happy weekend! Here’s all the Disney food news this week! House-Made S’more at The Ganachery The 2018 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival is ON! 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 We have a sneak peek of the Lamplight Lounge coming to Pixar Pier! Pixar Fest Eats: We checked out the three-course menu at Cafe Orleans in Disneyland and the Habanero Meaball Cone at Cozy Cone! The house-made S’mores have returned to The Ganachery in Disney Springs. Check out all the spots for Mother’s Day Brunch at Disney World! Find out what’s new at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! We reviewed Teppan Edo in Epcot’s Japan Pavilion! Check out the latest news about Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The new DisneyStyle Store is coming to Disney Springs soon! The Adorable Snowman is now open at Disney California Adventure! Check out the new Tiramisu Popsicle in Epcot’s Italy Pavilion. There’s a secret menu at D-Luxe Burger in Disney Springs! Check out the best Disney Dining Plan quick service restaurants for 2018. New DFB YouTube videos: Best Attractions with Low Waits in Epcot, How to Master the Disney Dining Plan, and ! 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: How to Master the Disney Dining Plan 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 – How to Master the Disney Dining Plan! Check it out — and don’t forget to subscribe here. Deal of the Week: 25% off the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2018 The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2018 is here and we’re celebrating with 25% off the cover price with promo code WDW2018. What’s in the DFB Guide? The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, 2018 Edition is full of need-to-know details, tools, and features to make your trip go smoothly, including: A 5-Step Strategy for Disney Dining Planning, covering everything you need to know from budgeting and booking to kids’ meals, dining discounts, and fireworks. An in-depth analysis of the Disney Dining Plan and whether it’s right for YOU. A comprehensive and in-depth look at EVERY Disney World restaurant, kiosk, bar, and lounge, including our personal tips to ensure a positive and stress-free dining experience. Four free, downloadable worksheets for planning your trip. These worksheets are designed to help you execute all the steps of planning the perfect Disney dining experience. And they’re reusable for all of your future trips! Seven sample one-day dining itineraries for a head-start on planning. A comprehensive index of bars and lounges WITH reviews. An often under-appreciated option for both dining and entertainment, the e-Book devotes a whole index to the topic. The ability to be read on your mobile device or computer! It’s fully portable right in your pocket! With over 650 pages of full-color photos, tips on the best restaurants, an ENTIRE chapter on snacks — including the best snack credit values throughout the parks and resorts — and a full break-down of whether the Disney Dining Plan is worth it for your family, now’s the time to get started planning your next Disney World vacation! 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Sample Pages Here’s Just Some Of What We’ve Updated In the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining e-Book: Fully updated prices and restaurant info for 2018 visitors Updated details about available discounts and deals at Disney World restaurants DFB’s own 2018 recommendations for everything from table service to counter service to snacks and more Over 600 pages of updated Disney Dining advice, details, and information Disney Dining Plan Analysis – Is it right for your family? Can you really save money? NEW Disney food and restaurant photos Updated reviews of all Disney World restaurants, kiosks, bars, and lounges including all new eateries An updated chapter focused on one of the most popular Disney dining topics: Snacks in the theme parks and resorts A comprehensive section of What’s NEW in Disney Food, including new restaurants, new menus, restaurant closures, and more Updated information about the My Magic+ Planning System that Disney rolled out in 2013, and how it may affect your 2018 Disney plans Changes coming to Disney World in 2018 and 2019! As you can see, this is a labor of love and we put a ton of time and effort (and research) into ensuring that we are sharing with you the most relevant, up to date Disney Food Information that’s available. We do this so that you can plan your own Disney visit with confidence, and have the trip of a lifetime, every time. And right now you can save 25% off the cover price with promo code WDW2018! 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. Tutto Italia in Epcot’s Italy Pavilion is a solid choice for Italian fare at Disney World. DFB reader Joni Laughlin Neibert recently dined there and says the lasagna was really good! Lasagan at Tutto Italia We’re always up for eating cupcakes at Disney World! Our fan Aaron DelPrince recently shared this pic of the Milk and Cookies Cupcake from the Artist’s Palette at Saratoga Springs. The cupcakes look deliciuos! Do you have a favorite Disney Food find? Share your photos with us! On to the Round-Up! Mickey Fix shared the must-have Finding Nemo Wine Glass! WDW for Grownups shared their review of The Polite Pig in Disney Springs. Disney Parks Blog shared recipe for Peanut Butter Blondie Bars from Disney Cruise Line. Disney Family shared a recipe for a Tangled-themed Mother’s Day 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 – April 15, 2018 Disney Food News This Week: April 29, 2018 Disney Food News This Week: April 8, 2018 View the full article

We’re not saying Pixar Fest at Disneyland Resort should be called Churro Fest — but with the sheer number of these cinnamon sugared fried dough sticks bouncing around like a Luxo Ball, it certainly could be. Today we’re heading to Main Street, U.S.A., in Disneyland where the churro cart across from Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln is serving up Lemon Churros. But there’s more to this sweet treat than some lemon sugar. Lemon Churro on Main Street, U.S.A.! That’s right — the Fruity Pebbles we found on the Funnel Cake Fries at Award Wieners have been pulverized and used to dust the Lemon Churros! So in addition to some sweet Lemon Sugar, these churros offer up some fruity, colorful fun! Lemon Churro We love the rainbow speckles — and the sweet-but-not-too-sweet flavors of this churro. We think kids of all ages will enjoy the Lemon Churro! Lemon Churro So if you’re working through your Pixar Fest Food Checklist, don’t miss this one! Checklist! Click here to read all about Pixar Fest and print your own Pixar Fest Food Checklist! Are you ready for Pixar Fest? What are you most looking forward to trying? Tell us 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: Pixar Fest Eats: Carrot Cake Churro at Disneyland Resort The Best Disneyland Pixar Fest Nosh So Far: Cocoa Churro Pixar Fest Eats: Strawberry Funnel Cake at Disneyland’s Hungry Bear Restaurant View the full article

A functioning R2-D seen in Disney theme parks for a decade is now property of Orlando-based Ripley Entertainment after it was purchased at auction for $130,000 on Saturday. It was the droid they were looking for. The company is stocking up on “Star Wars” and real-space-related items. The R2-D2... View the full article

A functioning R2-D2 seen in Disney theme parks for a decade is now property of Orlando-based Ripley Entertainment after it was purchased at auction for $130,000 on Saturday. It was the droid they were looking for. The cost, which ends up exceeding $160,000 when commission is added, “was considerably... View the full article

This week, we shared several exciting updates on Toy Story Land, the new land inspired by the “Toy Story” films that’s set to open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on June 30 – including a new look at Slinky Dog Dash! Also, our friends at Walt Disney Imagineering released new images of the highly-anticipated Alien Swirling Saucers attraction, which is part of the Toy Story Land expansion and they welcomed Wheezy, the toy penguin from the Disney•Pixar “Toy Story” films. Check out all of this week’s Toy Story Land stories and more at our new Pixar at Disney Parks section. And this week, 960 trucks’ worth of concrete was poured to create the foundation of what will soon take shape as Epcot’s mammoth “Guardians of the Galaxy”-themed attraction. The attraction is on track to become one of the world’s longest enclosed coasters, and to house it, a new facility is being built adjacent to the existing Universe of Energy building. Inspired by the films, the “Guardians of the Galaxy”-themed attraction will expand on the original vision of Epcot’s Future World, with an epic storyline being developed by Walt Disney Imagineering in close collaboration with the original filmmakers. Visit our original story for this week’s update. Keep checking the Disney Parks Blog for future updates. Pixar-Themed Surprises Sprouting Up for Pixar Fest at Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort – Pixar Fest, the biggest Pixar celebration ever to come to Disney Parks, is happening now through September 3 at the Disneyland Resort! During this limited-time celebration of friendship and beyond, beloved Pixar stories and characters come to life in exciting new ways at Downtown Disney District! Exclusive Tiffany & Co. Jewelry Unveiled on the Disney Fantasy – Exclusively aboard the Disney Fantasy, Tiffany & Co. unveiled this beautiful Disney Cruise Line-inspired necklace. The one-of-a-kind piece is a sterling silver, two-heart pendant on an 18-inch chain. All in the Details: Imagineers Bring Wheezy To Life at Toy Story Land at Walt Disney World – This week, we shared a new look at the squeaky penguin, who has made his mark in Disney history by becoming the first and only Wheezy Audio-Animatronics figure in a Disney theme park. Oooh! Take a First Look at Fun Merchandise Coming to Toy Story Land at Walt Disney World – This week we shared a first-look at some of the fun merchandise that will be available exclusively at Toy Story Land when the area debuts at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on June 30. Pixar Fest ‘Together Forever – A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular’ Fireworks From Everywhere at Disneyland Park – “Together Forever – A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular” is lighting up the evening skies above Disneyland park during the first-ever Pixar Fest. Choose Your Side: Run the Star Wars Rival Run Weekend presented by OtterBox at Walt Disney World Resort in 2019 – We recently hosted more than 43,500 runners for the Star Wars Half Marathon – The Dark Side presented by OtterBox at Walt Disney World Resort and we’re already exploring ways to channel the Force for next year’s race. View the full article

It’s Cinco de Mayo time! And that means it’s time to celebrate with some margaritas and specialty food at Walt Disney World and Disneyland! Bacon Guacamole with Chips at Frontera Cocina If you find yourself at Disney World or Disneyland this weekend and you’re looking to celebrate, we’ve found a few deals and discounts for Cinco de Mayo! Disney World Cinco de Mayo Deals At Disney World, there are a few spots in Disney Springs where you can celebrate with drink specials and more. Frontera Cocina Celebrate Cinco de Mayo all weekend long at Fontera Concina in Disney Springs! Guests can enjoy $5 Avion Margaritas, $10 Casa Noble Tequila Flights, $4 Tecate Draft Beer, and $4 1800 Coconut Crushers. The Wall of Fame Make sure to eat something with all those drink specials – we’d recommend the Queso Fundido. The Edison You might not immediately think of The Edison for your Cinco de Mayo celebration, but this month’s Buger of the Month could change your mind! The May Burger of the Month is the Diablo Burger – perfect for Cinco de Mayo! The Breaker Bar at The Edison The Diablo Burger is made with The Edison’s house made 10 ounce patty topped with Jalepeños, Salsa, Cotija Cheese and a Fried Egg. You can order it all month long, not just this weekend. Cocktail specials are also on the menu for this weekend. Paradiso 37 Stop by Paradiso 37 in Disney Springs for $5 margaritas all night long! Paradiso 37 Happy Hour! Don’t forget to check out our must-try Margaritas for Cinco de Mayo! Disneyland Cinco de Mayo Deals And if you’re celebrating in Disneyland there are a couple of spots in the Downtown Disney District that you’ll want to check out! Tortilla Jo’s On May 5, Tortilla Jo’s will have a special menu, cocktail specials, and even fun for the kids! Tortilla Jo’s raspberry margarita Entertainment for the day includes a mariachi band, face painting for the kids, balloon animals, and more! Uva Bar & Cafe The Uva Bar & Cafe in the Downtown Disney District has a big Cinco de Mayo celebration planned that includes a special menu from 11AM until close, drink specials from 11AM until close, and entertainment from 6-10PM. Downtown Disney’s Uva Bar The Cinco de Mayo menu includes Mole Chicken Wings, Salsa and Chips, Ancho Short Rib Tacos, and more. Are you making plans to celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Disney World or Disneyland? 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: Must-Try Margaritas for Cinco de Mayo in Disney World! Get Your Cinco de Mayo on at Disney World and Disneyland! News! Epcot’s Mexico Pavilion Celebrates Cinco de Mayo with Special Menu Items View the full article

It’s the weekend! And we’re celebrating it with another DFB Video today, where we’re sharing the MUST-EAT items at Disneyland’s Pixar Fest! Little Green Alien Caramel Apple Pixar Fest is running now through September 3rd, and there is a whole lotta fun and FOOD going on all over Disneyland Resort to celebrate! Now, you may be game to try each and every specialty food item at Pixar Fest (and if so, we’ve got a Pixar Fest Food Checklist to help you do that)! But let’s say you’ve just got a day or two in Disneyland and Disney California Adventure this summer… well, in that case, you may need to narrow your list down to just the must-eat items. So here are some of the best of the best at Pixar Fest (with thanks to our great friend Heather Sievers @diningindisney) in our latest DFB YouTube Video! 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 on YOUR must-try list for Pixar Fest? 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 Pixar Fest Eats: Peanut Butter and Jelly Eclairs at Jolly Holiday Bakery in Disneyland Pixar Fest Eats: Jessie’s Berry Jubilee Funnel Cake in Disneyland View the full article

Earlier this week, we shared several amazing new images with you straight from Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, including pics of many of “Toy Story” characters you may see or encounter on your visit when the land opens on June 30. First up, we shared that guests enjoying Slinky Dog Dash will encounter Wheezy during their ride. At the end of the attraction, Wheezy will sing “You’ve Got a Friend in Me,” assisted by Mike (the tape recorder), and Mr. Spell, who “texts” funny commentary. He’ll be the first and only Wheezy Audio-Animatronics figure in a Disney theme park. (Check out the video of our Imagineers installing Wheezy here). We shared a look at Sarge and the Green Army Man Drum Corps, who will march through the land several times a day and play “Sarge Says” with guests. Guests will also have the option to join in on their interactive boot camp to see if they have what it takes to become an official recruit in Andy’s Backyard. We also shared this (adorable!) first image of one of the ride vehicles from the highly-anticipated Alien Swirling Saucers attraction. For more on what to expect when Toy Story Land opens on June 30, check out the list of related blog posts below. All in the Details: Imagineers Bring Wheezy To Life at Toy Story Land at Walt Disney World Sneak a Peek at Alien Swirling Saucers at Toy Story Land at Walt Disney World Resort Ride Along With Slinky Dog Dash at Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Oooh! Take a First Look at Fun Merchandise Coming to Toy Story Land at Walt Disney World FastPass+ for Toy Story Land Opens to Walt Disney World Resort Hotel Guests, Special Extra Magic Hours To Be Offered What’s in Woody’s Lunch Box? All in the Details: Woody Arrives in Toy Story Land at Walt Disney World Resort Pixar Characters will Greet Guests in Toy Story Land at Walt Disney World Resort Every Image So Far of Toy Story Land at Walt Disney World Resort Toy Story Land to Open at Walt Disney World Resort June 30 All in the Details: Wheezy Arrives at Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Reimagining the Future of Disney’s Hollywood Studios: First look at Toy Story Land’s Alien Swirling Saucers Toy Story Lands At Disney’s Hollywood Studios & Shanghai Disneyland Are Set to Amaze Guests in 2018 View the full article

Our third story showcasing the legendary women who have helped shape the Disneyland Resort is focused on Alice Davis. Originally published in the Disneyland Resort Line, a magazine published exclusively for Disneyland Resort cast members, below is an excerpt of Alice’s extraordinary story. Walt Disney recruited Alice Davis to work on “it’s a small world,” where the talented designer would create more than 150 intricate Audio-Animatronics costumes in less than a year’s time. Alice researched the 26 countries and crafted designs that represented each, while reflecting the animation sketches drawn by her husband and fellow Imagineer, Marc Davis, and the palette developed by art designer Mary Blair. Alice and Marc worked together again as Alice took his designs from sketch to show with the costumes she created for Pirates of the Caribbean. Her designs in both attractions remain to this day, contributing to the staying power of these two legendary Disneyland attractions. For these and many other contributions, Alice’s legacy was cemented with a window dedication on Main Street, U.S.A., in 2012. Alice was in attendance during the dedication ceremony –– as was current Cast Member Maureen Townsend, whose team maintains the Audio-Animatronics costumes that Alice designed. In fact, Maureen helped choose the purple Balkan dress from “it’s a small world” that was painted on Alice’s window. “All of us in Costuming adore Alice. She was a pioneer, an inspiration and a mentor. It’s breathtaking when you look at the scope and the detail of her work,” said Maureen, whose team carefully preserves Alice’s original swatch books as a way to “archive history” and maintain the integrity of the costumes. “With other attractions, you ride for the thrills, the movement. But with ‘it’s a small world,’ people go to see the costumes and the sets, the beauty and history and how their own heritage is represented,” Maureen said. “It’s our job to pass the beauty and history, which Alice so beautifully brought to life, on to future generations — and we take that responsibility very seriously.” View the full article

Tomorrowland at Disneyland park is filled with galactic experiences to celebrate the excitement around Star Wars, including the all-new “March of First Order” and your first opportunity to meet Rey at Star Wars Launch Bay. Here are five ways to celebrate all things Star Wars at Disneyland park: “March of First Order” – Look out as Captain Phasma guides a squad of First Order stormtroopers through Tomorrowland in a dramatic show of force. Encounter Rey – You now have the opportunity to meet the Resistance’s newest hero, Rey, at Star Wars Launch Bay. Hyperspace Mountain – Opening today, launch into a galaxy far, far away aboard Hyperspace Mountain. You’ll find yourself immersed in an action-packed battle between Rebel X-wings and Imperial TIE fighters. It’s a fan favorite! Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple – Under Jedi tutelage, young guests learn how to wield mighty lightsabers and face their fears against some of the darkest forces in the galaxy. Star Tours – The Adventures Continue – Blast off on a thrilling tour of the Star Wars galaxy aboard a Starspeeder 1000, which takes passengers to two exciting destinations: Crait, the site of an epic battle in Star Wars: The Last Jedi, and Batuu, the remote outpost guests will discover when Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opens at Disney Parks in 2019. Enjoy, and May the 4th be with you, always. View the full article

Today we have an exciting update to share with you from Future World at Epcot. Earlier this week, 960 trucks’ worth of concrete was poured to create the foundation of what will soon take shape as Epcot’s mammoth “Guardians of the Galaxy”-themed attraction. The attraction is on track to become one of the world’s longest enclosed coasters, and to house it, a new facility is being built adjacent to the existing Universe of Energy building. Inspired by the films, the “Guardians of the Galaxy”-themed attraction will expand on the original vision of Epcot’s Future World, with an epic storyline being developed by Walt Disney Imagineering in close collaboration with the original filmmakers. Take a behind-the-scenes look at the construction progress! While the “Guardians of the Galaxy”-themed attraction is currently set to debut at Epcot just in time for Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary, guests don’t have to wait too long to get a “Guardians” fix at Epcot. As a part of Walt Disney World’s “Incredible Summer,” Star-Lord and Gamora from “Guardians of the Galaxy” will take guests on a musical journey through the cosmos in “Guardians of the Galaxy – Awesome Mix Live!” at the America Gardens Theatre at Epcot. Guests can catch “Guardians of the Galaxy – Awesome Mix Live!” five times a day from June 9 through August 19. Keep checking the Disney Parks Blog for future updates. View the full article

We often hear from readers who want to know if DFB’s favorites of yore have still got IT. Learn About: San Angel Inn Restaurante Epcot Restaurants Disney World Restaurants You know what we mean: do they still have the mojo that keeps guests coming back year after year. For some restaurants at Walt Disney World, it’s killer food and a seasonal, ever-changing menu that draws in a crowd. For others, it’s an atmosphere that can’t be beat — like ‘Ohana‘s warm family feel or Sanaa‘s animal friends right outside the window. For Beaches & Cream, it’s a sense of nostalgia paired with comforting eats that have been consistently good since the soda shop opened its doors almost thirty years ago. (Let’s just table that thirty years ago bit because there’s no way we’re that old…) Beaches & Cream is tucked in between the Yacht and Beach Club Resorts on an outdoor walkway adjacent to Stormalong Bay — the fabulous pool shared by the resorts. That means Beaches and Cream is in the Epcot Resort Area (and just a stone’s throw from the International Gateway that serves as an entrance to Epcot’s World Showcase). This convenient location means that even guests not staying at the Resorts will make the short trip to this casual table service location for a bite to eat. But you (and I!) wanted to know: does Beaches & Cream still have IT? Beaches and Cream Atmosphere From the colorful sign over the entrance to Beaches & Cream to the pastels and patterns inside the restaurant, this spot has seaside soda shop written all over it. And we love that throwback feeling. The tin ceilings, heavy turquoise moldings, and big glass pendant lights help us feel like we’ve gone back in time. Seating at Beaches and Cream Seating at Beaches & Cream is limited — which accounts for the almost-necessity of making an ADR nowadays. The restaurant is very popular, and the supply of available seats just can’t keep up with the demand. Seating (when you’ve scored some!) is mostly at tables with retro padded chairs. There’s also seating at the bar — the ice cream bar, that is! This is a fun place to sit if you want to have a front row view of the dessert action! Seating at the bar at Beaches and Cream Along the mirrored wall are a few booths, which can accommodate up to six (if you’re willing to bump elbows the whole time). Colorful beach balls and sconces in the shape of ice cream cones contribute to the beachy vibe. Booth seating at Beaches and Cream At the booths, diners find retro details like a table-top juke box, a tall straw dispenser, and squirt bottles of mustard and ketchup. Booth seating at Beaches and Cream If you want to check out a full-sized, full-neon jukebox, there’s one of those, too. (Just tell the kids it’s a tween-sized iPod.) Jukebox So what kind of throwback eats can we find in this colorful joint? Eats Beaches & Cream features a small menu of appealing, Grandma-approved entrees like a Patty Melt, Tuna Salad, and a Turkey Club. There’s also a decent Veggie Burger on the menu for those who prefer it. The Angus Beef Burger is a big hit with diners. You’ll also find Today’s Specials (which are actually everyday’s specials), which include Sock Hop Fries — the restaurant’s version of poutine. We love the Sock Hop Fries, with their gravy and cheddar cheese — so much so that we included it on our Poutine Crawl! Beaches and Cream Menu Of course, no trip to Beaches & Cream is complete without a good, long look at the Ice Cream Menu, which includes Shakes & Sodas, Sundaes on the Beach, and Desserts. Beaches and Cream Ice Cream Menu On this visit I dug back into those Cheese and Bacon Fries. (Yeah, you saw that comin’…) These golden thick-cut fries are topped with Cheese Sauce, Crispy Bacon, Red Onions, and Garlic Peppercorn Ranch Dressing. Bacon and Cheese Fries These are as amazing as they sound, with the right balance of creamy, crunchy, and crisp toppings. Definitely get a plate of these (but prepare to share because who can resist?). Bacon and Cheese Fries The Grilled Cheese and Tomato Bisque is one of my favorites — and by favorites I mean anywhere on Walt Disney World property. There’s something about this grilled cheese and its accompanying soup that I can not resist. Grilled Cheese with Tomato Soup The cheese is crazy gooey, and the bisque is a great, savory soup that’s a step above traditional tomato. Grilled Cheese with Tomato Soup New to me on this visit was Country-Fried Steak. This down-home meal might be a bit heavy for a hot summer day in the World, but we bet if you chase it down with a sundae, you’ll manage. Country-Fried Steak There is literally a waterfall of White Gravy to accompany that crunchy fried steak, and you can’t go wrong with the fries (dunked in the gravy — yum!). Country-Fried Steak And surprisingly, this steak was tender! Look, it’s no Wagyu Beef from Morimoto, but that’s not what you’re after at Beaches & Cream anyway. This is a hearty piece of meat cooked well in a tasty crust. Win! I was super impressed. Interior of Country-Fried Steak And since I was in the World with my preschooler, I got to supplement my grilled cheese with more cheese — Kids’ Mac and Cheese. This was great — creamy, cheesy, and a decent portion for a child (or a picky adult who needs stomach space for ice cream…). Kids’ Macaroni and Cheese Any meal at Beaches & Cream comes with a side of condiments. Helpful and convenient. Condiments on the Side But who cares about relish when there’s ice cream to be eaten?! Say hello to José — No Way José. And yes, that’s Hot Fudge and Peanut Butter Sauce cascading down the side of his massive sundae bowl. No Way Jose Sundae The base of this sundae is Chocolate and Vanilla Ice Cream. It’s topped with copious sauces (hallelujah!), Whipped Cream, Chocolate and Peanut Butter Morsels, Peanuts, and a Cherry. José never disappoints. Ever. He’s always there for you, overfilling his sundae bowl and just generally being amazing. We love No Way José. No Way Jose Close Up We also love the new-ish Snickers Sundae here. It consists of three scoops of Vanilla Ice Cream and a torrential amount of Hot Fudge and Marshmallow toppings, as well as Snickers pieces (naturally!), chopped Peanuts, Whipped Cream, and a Cherry. Snickers Sundae Did we mention there’s a lot of sauce on there? Hot. Fudge. Waterfall. Yeeeeesssss. Hot fudge waterfall on the Snickers Sundae You can’t go wrong with any of the sundaes or shakes at Beaches & Cream. And who can forget The Kitchen Sink?! This massive concoction is a combo of multiple ice cream flavors, a bunch of toppings, and a can of whipped cream. (There are three versions: original, Neopolitan, and Chocolate Lovers!) Wanna see The Kitchen Sink in all of her glory? Check out our DFB Video where we take a long, hungry look at this ice cream insanity! Nosh or Not? Roll in with the tide to Beaches & Cream if: You crave an old-fashioned soda shop experience. A meal just isn’t a meal without a massive ice cream sundae at the end. You want consistent eats in a casual atmosphere that’s Epcot-adjacent. Build your sand castle elsewhere if: Soda shop style grub isn’t your thing. You prefer one of the more upscale table service restaurants in the Epcot resort area. You want the option to select more creative (and potentially healthier) dishes. You don’t have a reservation and aren’t prepared to wait a while. Overall Yup, Beaches & Cream has still got IT, and I’m so glad. There’s something about simple food done well that is comforting — whether it’s upscale dining or something more casual, like Beaches & Cream. And it doesn’t hurt that their ice cream game is on point, either! 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Share your thoughts on this perennial favorite in the comments 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: New DFB Video: The Kitchen Sink(s) at Disney’s Beaches and Cream News: Specialty French Fries at Beaches and Cream in Disney’s Beach Club Resort Guest Review: Beaches and Cream at Disney’s Beach Club Resort View the full article