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Here at the DFB, we love all things Disney dining. And that includes merchandise designed to make our dining a little more Disney — even at home! So imagine our wonder when we discovered a line of Alice in Wonderland tea party dishware and accessories in the United Kingdom Pavilion at Epcot. Epcot’s United Kingdom Pavilion Now I know they’ve had Alice merch in the parks before. Even whimsical dining choices. But we were so excited to see an entire line of BRAND NEW dishware, tea cups, creamers — the works! — featuring everyone’s favorite little girl in the blue dress! The set includes a beautiful Teapot with sketches of Alice, the White Rabbit, the Cheshire Cat, and the Mad Hatter! And of course, “it’s always tea time!” Alice in Wonderland Tea Pot The set’s Creamer features a whimsical sketch of a flamingo, as well as a quote on the back. Alice Creamer Alice Creamer The Sugar Bowl features the White Rabbit and the important question: One lump or two? Alice Sugar Bowl Shakers bear the likeness of Tweedle Dee (you can just make out his name on his collar). Tweedle Dee Shakers Naturally there must be a Cup and Saucer! Alice in Wonderland Cup and Saucer And for those who prefer a Mug for their tea, you get the Queen of Hearts! Queen of Hearts Mug This next piece is a fantastic addition to any dishware collection. It’s a two-level Tea Sandwich Serving Tray. We love the colorful sketches on both plates and the heart-shaped handle. Tea Sandwich Serving Tray You can also pick up a foursome of Plates, featuring White Rabbit, Cheshire Cat, Mad Hatter, and Alice. White Rabbit Plate Mad Hatter Plate Cheshire Cat Plate Alice Plate Finally, there are bright and colorful Tea Towels, with the Mad Hatter, the Cheshire Cat, Alice, and the Queen of Hearts. Alice in Wonderland Tea Towels The colorful details are so cheerful, we can’t help but to smile when we look at these. Alice Towel Alice fans, you’re going to want to make room in your suitcase for these. We haven’t seen them on ShopDisney at all, so I think the only place to get them is the UK pavilion! Let us know if you see them elsewhere (maybe Grand Floridian?)! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! 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. Do you like to bring home dishware and other functional souvenirs from your trips? Let us know your favorites 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: Wonderland Tea Party: A Tip From the DFB Guide Review: White Chocolate Rabbit and Queen of Hearts Gourmet Cake Cups at Cheshire Cafe! Fun Find: Must-Have Teapots in Epcot’s UK Pavilion View the full article

If you’re planning to visit The Edison in Disney Springs, you’ll want to know about something new coming to the menu. The Edison Actually, make that something new to the menu EVERY MONTH, as April will kick off the new Burger of The Month Series! For the first-ever Burger of the Month, April will deliver The Edison’s Farmhouse and Cheese Burger in honor of National Toasted (Grilled) Cheese Month. (Bonus points if you try it on April 12th: Grilled Cheese DAY!) April’s Farmhouse and Cheese Burger ©The Edison You can expect gooey layers of fontina, muenster, gruyere, and Alpine Swiss along with The Edison’s signature blend of sirloin, short rib, brisket, and smoked bacon — all tucked between four slices of bread. In-season Florida tomatoes will top off the burger. Take our word for it: this could be a really great kickoff, because The Edison knows what it’s doing when it comes to Grilled Cheese. Gooey Grilled Cheese at The Edison Recommended pairings for the Farmhouse and Cheese Burger are Founders IPA or The Billionaire Cocktail (Knob Creek Bourbon, Brevans Abssinthe, Agnostura Bitters, lemon juice, simple syrup, and grenadine). The Edison is the centerpiece of the new late night scene in Disney Springs, and while the venue remains open until 1:00 or 2:00 AM, dinner service ends a bit earlier (around 10:00 or 11:00 PM). But between lunch and dinner, that still gives you plenty of hours to try the Burger of the Month! Check out our full review of The Edison here! Will you be ordering up the Burger of the Month at The Edison? 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: INSIDE the Edison and MORE — Opening SOON at Disney World! News: Reservations for The Edison, Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante, and Enzo’s Hideaway in Disney World Now on OpenTable First Look! THE EDISON in Disney Springs View the full article

Happy weekend and Happy Easter! Here’s all the Disney food news this week! Eggs on display 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, the 2018 Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival is happening through April 12! Click here for the FULL MENUS and ALL the FOOD PHOTOS for the DCA Food and Wine Festival! And it’s time to get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2018 e-book! Save 25% now with code wdw2018! We have a lot to share with you this week, so let’s jump right in… Disney Food News Check out what’s new in Disney Springs this week! Celebrate Easter with the Grand Floridian’s Easter Egg display! The Dawa Bar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom has a new spiked Jungle Juice cocktail. Saturday Night Shine now at Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ Florida Kitchen! Rose Gold Macarons are now at Disneyland! Alien Pizza Planet coming to Disneyland for Pixar Fest! There’s a new Carrot Cake Cupcake at Disneyland’s Jolly Holiday. Check out our top tips for the 2018 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival. Several Disneyland restaurants are closing at the Downtown Disney District to make way for a new hotel. Reservations are now open for The Agave Experience Master Class. The DFB Guide to Magic Kingdom Snacks e-book is now available! Check out the new Rose Gold Unicorn Cupcake at Disney World. There’s a new dessert trio coming to dinner at Be Our Guest this summer! We’re talking about 7 dishes we hope return to the 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival! Check out the specialty foods coming to Star Wars Galactic Nights in May! There’s a new dessert in Epcot that you need to add to your snack list! New DFB YouTube videos: Pros and Cons of Disney World Transportation, The Best Thing I’ve Eaten in Disney World So Far in 2018, and Liberty Square Food Tour! Check out all the latest Disney Food News — even the stuff we don’t mention in posts on the blog! — on our Disney Food News Pin Board, including menu updates, restaurant closures, special events, and more! We’ve got all the latest for you, so check it out before you go. New DFB Video: Best Things I’ve Eaten in Disney World So Far in 2018 Have you subscribed to the DFB YouTube Channel? We’ve got great content going up twice a week showcasing our adventures in Disney World and Disneyland! This week, we’re sharing our latest video – BEST Things I’ve Eaten IN Disney World So Far in 2018! Check it out — and don’t forget to subscribe here. Deal of the Week: 25% off the DFB Guide to Magic Kingdom Snacks 2018-19 Edition We’re always up for snack time at the Magic Kingdom! And today we’re proud to announce that the 2018-19 Edition of The DFB Guide to Magic Kingdom Snacks e-Book is now available! To celebrate the grand launch we have a great discount for you! You can get the new guide for 25% off the cover price for a limited time — just use code SNACKS18 at the check-out. The DFB Guide to Magic Kingdom Snacks e-Book is one of the many fun and informative Disney Dining e-Books offered by Disney Food Blog! Now we’ve updated our best-selling DFB Guide to Magic Kingdom Snacks e-Book for 2018-19 with even more great information, new photos, and…yep!… updated snacks! We’ve made this guide an instantly downloadable PDF guide with photos, information, and advice on more than 200 delicious snacks that you can savor at the Magic Kingdom. This means that you can have a list of must-try snacks on hand before snack cravings hit you in the Magic Kingdom! The DFB Guide to Magic Kingdom Snacks e-Book includes: Full-color photos of over 200 of our favorite snacks Current prices and Disney Dining Plan snack credit status. Don’t waste those snack credits!! Snack locations “Hidden treats” and add-ons that aren’t published on menus or that aren’t widely known Disney Food Blog reviews of all snacks A New Stuff Snack Crawl featuring some of our favorite NEW! items in the Kingdom! Tips and tricks from experienced snack eaters Special Bonus items you’re going to love! (Of course…how could we not include these?) Know what you’re getting BEFORE using a precious snack credit or spending limited vacation dollars. Whether you want sweet, salty, crunchy, healthy, or something in between, The DFB Guide to Magic Kingdom Snacks e-Book tells you where to find a snack to match your craving! Don’t forget — for easy access in the parks, put the guide on your smartphone or iPad! Don’t Miss Out on the Best Snacks in the Magic Kingdom! The DFB Guide to Magic Kingdom Snacks is guaranteed to help you find the best snacks and treats (even mini-meals!) for your family while visiting the Magic Kingdom, or your money back — we all know that treats at the Magic Kingdom are just as nostalgic as our first flight on Dumbo! To thank you for your support of the blog, we’ll be offering the Guide for 25% off its purchase price for a limited time! Order your copy now and use code SNACKS18 at the check-out. For more detailed information, head over to DFBStore.com! With a 100% money-back guarantee, you have nothing to lose! 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. The Kitchen Sink Sundae at Beaches and Cream Soda Shop is a true iconic Disney treat! DFB reader Lindsey Mac recently shared her experience with us: “I’ve only ever read about this on your website but now I’ve finally seen the Kitchen Sink in action at Beaches & Cream! Oh the humanity!” Definitely a dessert you have to try at least once! A few weeks ago DFB reader Malissa Aebersold celebrated St. Patrick’s Day with some homemade eats inspired by Raglan Road at Disney Springs! She said “When you can’t be at Raglan Road on St. Paddy’s Day, you bring the Dalkey Duo to you! Now if only we had their bread pudding.” Looks good! Bringing Raglan Road eats home! Do you have a favorite Disney Food find? Share your photos with us! On to the Round-Up! Mickey Fix shared this adorable Mike Wazowski Toast Cutter! WDW for Grownups shared some of their must-have snacks from Disney Springs. Disney Parks Blog shared some fun potato chip-themed recipes! Disney Family shared a recipe for Scrump Avocado Toast! Have a great week! We’ll see you back here tomorrow with another great Disney food review! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: Disney Food News This Week: March 18, 2018 Disney Food News This Week: March 25, 2018 Disney Food News Round-up: February 11, 2018 View the full article

Some of the most beautiful visuals we shared on the Disney Parks Blog this week were snapped at Disney resorts, where chefs and cast members have put on some truly amazing displays of elaborately decorated Easter eggs. Click through the Instagram gallery above to see all the “hippity hoppity” shots! View the full article

Happy Saturday! We’re back with another DFB Video today, and we hope you spend a little of your weekend with us by joining us on a Food Tour of Liberty Square! Columbia Harbour House sign Liberty Square is home to, of course, the Haunted Mansion. But it’s not just the place where Grim Grinning Ghosts come out to socialize… it’s also home to some seriously awesome eats. From Sleepy Hollow to Columbia Harbour House to Liberty Tree Tavern… we’re taking you to ALL of them — and more! — 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 your favorite food find in Liberty Square? 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: Magic Kingdom’s Frontierland Food Tour! DFB Video: Food Tour of Magic Kingdom’s Adventureland DFB Video: Food Tour of Epcot’s Morocco View the full article

If you’re going to be enjoying a Walt Disney World vacation this spring, you’ll definitely want to schedule some time to explore Epcot’s Flower and Garden Festival. Everyone from expert gardeners to those of us without green thumbs can appreciate the astounding botanical displays, but beyond the flowers and plants, there are so many other reasons to check out the Festival. Pooh welcomes you to Epcot’s Flower and Garden Festival! With 15 food booths (called Outdoor Kitchens at Flower and Garden) and numerous demonstrations, tours, and displays, Flower and Garden is a must-do. But like the larger Epcot International Food and Wine Festival, the Flower and Garden Festival can be a lot to take in. So your pals at the DFB have assembled some top tips to help you navigate this most beautiful of special events! Click here to see Full Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Menus and Food Photos Of EVERY SINGLE FOOD ITEM AT THE BOOTHS! Now to our TOP TIPS! 1. Know before you go! With fifteen food booths at the Flower and Garden Festival, you’ll need a gargantuan stomach or a solid plan of attack in order to enjoy it all. And since we can’t help you with the stomach, we’ll tackle the plan instead. When Flower and Garden began on February 28, we were there to try it all — and to let you know what to eat and what to skip in our Best of the Fest! post. Beef Brisket Burnt Ends and Smoked Pork Belly Slider And before the Festival even began, we gave you a heads up about some of our returning favorites, too. And of course, we’ve got food booth menus and food photos to help you plan your attack! 2. Move to the beat! Epcot’s Flower and Garden Festival features terrific live music in its Garden Rocks Concert Series! Acts like Starship, Survivor, Smash Mouth, and Jo Dee Messina will light up the stage, and guests can enjoy the tunes in a few different ways. First, you can simply hang out near the American Gardens Theater stage and listen to the performances from afar. American Gardens Theatre Standby seating is also available for each day’s three performances, but you’ll want to line up early and be flexible about where you might score a seat. (Note that while some of the seating is under cover, most is not.) The final option for enjoying the Garden Rocks Concert Series is to pair it with a dining package — breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Select Epcot restaurants are offering guaranteed seating with the purchase of the dining package. You’ll want to check out our full restaurant list with pricing so you know what works for you. Then all you’ll have to do is sit back and enjoy the show! 3. Check out the Special Events! Aside from noshing on some creative eats and bopping to some energetic beats, you’ll also want to check out some of the Festival’s Special Events! Tours are a fun way to delve into the Flower and Garden world a little more deeply and include such fun options as the Royal Tea Garden Tour (learn more about the plants and blooms that go into tea and enjoy a scone and cup of tea!), the Gardens of the World Tour (a three-hour walking tour led by a Disney horticulturist), and Behind the Seeds (a popular tour of the Land Pavilion’s projects that’s available year-round). Tea Tours! In addition to tours, visitors to the Flower and Garden Festival can also enjoy two family-friendly scavenger hunts! Scavenger Hunt 4. Take your time! Even with all the planning that can go into a visit to Epcot’s Flower and Garden Festival, our best advice is to take your time exploring the many, many floral and botanical displays. The topiaries alone could fill your day — and they’re worth a close look because they’re awesome from every angle! Three Caballeros Topiary And the blankets of flowers that undulate throughout the park? Please. They’re stunning. You have to stop to admire them. Flower Blankets So even if you forgo a tour or skip the eats (shock horror!), the Flower and Garden Festival is still a magical experience. And if you’re already looking ahead to Epcot’s International Food and Wine Festival, we’ve got you covered there, too! Ready to Plan for Your 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Trip? Pre-Order the DFB Guide to the 2018 Epcot Food & Wine Festival e-Book today, and get the 2017 edition free as an immediate download! Two guides for the price of one! This 250+-page guide to the Festival offers insider tips and advice as well as all of the details you need to know to plan your best Festival visit ever. Your purchase includes several bonus items as well — including a full daily schedule of events at the Festival and a printable World Showcase Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! Pre-Order your 2018 edition today and get the 2017 edition for FREE! Don’t miss a moment of the fun! Use code Chefs at check-out for a 20% off the cover price! What’s your favorite part of Epcot’s Flower and Garden Festival? Tell us all about it 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: New DFB Video: Sneak Peek and Recommendations for the 2017 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival! DFB Video: Best of the 2017 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Eats! 2011 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Foodie Events View the full article

Guests lucky enough to be spending Easter weekend at Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa in Hawai‘i are in for a treat. On Easter Sunday, young hotel guests are invited to participate in the first annual Aulani Spring Egg-stravaganza! The Hālāwai Lawn will transform into a field of hidden eggs from 9:30 to 11 a.m. DVC members will get a head start at 9 a.m. Keiki will be encouraged to gather as many eggs as they can carry and turn them into prizes! No reservations are necessary, just bring your ‘ohana! Now that’s egg-citing. See you out there! View the full article

In honor of Women’s History Month, the Disneyland Resort Line, a magazine published exclusively for Disneyland Resort cast members, recently featured stories of legendary women who have helped shape the Disneyland Resort. I wanted to share a few of these extraordinary stories with Disney Parks Blog readers. Below is an excerpt of Leota Toombs Thomas’ story. I will share others in the weeks to follow! Leota “Lee” Toombs Thomas started her career in 1940 at the Walt Disney Studios’ Ink and Paint department, where she met and married lead animator Harvey Toombs. She left to raise their two children but returned in 1962 to join the team of Imagineers working on Disneyland Park. Lee joined Harriet Burns, Joyce Carlson and Glendra von Kessel to create many of the models and final pieces for such attractions as Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room, Pirates of the Caribbean, Haunted Mansion and Country Bear Jamboree, just to name a few. After working on attractions and shows at Walt Disney World and Tokyo Disneyland, Lee came to work at the WDI Show Quality Service department at Disneyland, where she trained many of the artisans and designers in the Staff, Paint and Sign shops. She had worked with the original art directors, like Marc Davis, Mary Blair and John Hench, and could teach the new Imagineers about their styles and the nuances that made the scenes and characters work. One of the many young Imagineers she trained was, in fact, her own daughter, Kim Irvine, who would later become art director for Disneyland Park. “I started my career in the Model Shop in 1970, training with a big influx of young Imagineers that were being mentored by the originals,” Kim said. “It was a unique situation to be trained by your mom! She was a wonderful teacher and friend. Anyone who knew her loved her, and many Imagineers owe some of their success to her for passing on the tribal knowledge that is so important to our product.” Lee, who passed away in 1991, “always laughed that out of all the things that she had designed and created in her career, the one she is best known for is Madame Leota,” Kim said, referring to the face in the crystal ball at the Haunted Mansion. “But I am grateful, as I walk through New Orleans Square in the early hours of the morning, I can hear that sweet little voice of hers echoing ‘Hurry back!’ She would have liked that.” View the full article

If you love Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ Florida Kitchen, Southern Shine, you’ll be stoked to find out that this popular Disney Springs eatery now has a fun late night event: Saturday Night Shine! Homecomin’ Sign Saturday Night Shine: Sippin’ on the Springs kicks off on April 7, 2018, from 10PM until closing time (midnight). We found details for the event on the restaurant’s Instagram. Saturday Night Shine at Homecomin’! In addition to some great live music, Saturday Night Shine will also feature an After Dark Menu with some crowd favorites! Late Night Eats at Homecomin’! The Jasper Board is terrific late night food — with Pimento Cheese! Jasper Board with Pimento Cheese Attendees can also enjoy the truly amazing Thigh High Chicken Biscuits! Check out our review of these beauties here! Chicken Biscuits And a Bag of Puppies is never a bad idea! Hush Puppies with Pimento Cheese There will also be After Dark Drink Specials — and the drinks at Chef Art’s Homecomin’ are as colorful as the chef himself! Check out The Moonshiner! The Moonshiner And the Berry Lavender is a refreshing drink packed with fresh strawberries and raspberries muddled with rosemary lavender vodka, lemon juice, and honey syrup. It sounds perfect for a hot Saturday night in the Springs! Berry Lavender And as if this down-home, late-night event wasn’t already awesome enough: Chef Art will be on hand to sling drinks! (If you miss him slinging drinks, don’t fret! The chef will be on hand to schmooze all night!) Chef Art Smith Oh, and if you’re one of the first 15 Homecomin’ fans to RSVP (you can do that here!), Homecomin’ will give you a free app, save a table for four just for you, and get you up-close-and-personal to the bar where Chef Art will be hanging out! Wanna know what it’s like to dine in comfort at Homecomin’? Check out our most recent review here! What’s your favorite late night fun 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: Homecoming: Florida Kitchen and Shine Bar, Coming Soon to Disney Springs Menu Sneak Peek for Homecoming: Florida Kitchen and Southern Shine by Chef Art Smith Review: Chef Art Smith’s Homecoming Florida Kitchen and Southern Shine at Disney Springs View the full article

Pixar Fest kicks off in Disneyland and Disney California Adventure on April 13th, and the Aliens from Toy Story are taking over Redd Rockett’s Pizza Port for the duration of the festival! Redd Rocket’s Pizza Port sign That’s right! Redd Rockett’s Pizza Port in Tomorrowland will be transformed into Alien Pizza Planet — “A Better Place”! The specialty of the house — just like on their home planet of Pepperonia — will be a pepperoni pizza topped with green peppers and mushrooms. Other options will include Cheeseburger Pizza topped with ketchup, yellow mustard and pizza sauce on a sesame seed crust and further topped with cheese, caramelized onions, diced tomatoes, slider patties, a house-made burger sauce, and pickles. Pepperoni, Green Pepper, and Mushroom Pizza ©Disney Pixar Fest will run from April 13th through September 3rd, so you can look forward to enjoying Alien Pizza Planet for those dates. However, you may recall that The Village Haus in Fantasyland was transformed into Red Rose Taverne in honor of the release of the live-action version of Beauty and the Beast. Red Rose Taverne Decor But Red Rose Taverne is still going strong, so we’ll be curious to learn the fate of Alien Pizza Planet once Pixar Fest is wrapped. If you’d like to see what an entire transformation of a Counter Service location is like — from theming to food — be sure to check out the video below! Will you be dining at Alien Pizza Planet? 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: The Story of Redd Rockett’s Pizza Port in Disneyland Dining in Disneyland: Redd Rockett’s Pizza Port Disney Restaurant Review: Redd Rockett’s Pizza Port in Disneyland View the full article

Oooooooooh – everyone’s favorite Aliens from Disney•Pixar’s “Toy Story” will be invading Disneyland Resort for Pixar Fest, and we are eternally grateful! For the duration of the festival, Redd Rockett’s Pizza Port in Disneyland park will transform into Alien Pizza Planet – “A Better Place.” The Aliens have sourced the finest ingredients from across the universe to deliver fresh, hot pizzas that are out of this world. A specialty of their home planet Pepperonia is a special pepperoni pizza topped with green peppers and mushrooms. They’ll also be cooking up a hearty cheeseburger pizza with ketchup, yellow mustard and pizza sauce on a sesame seed crust and topped with cheese, caramelized onions, diced tomatoes, slider patties, a house-made burger sauce, and pickles. If you’re as excited as I am for this fun-filled re-imagination of Redd Rockett’s Pizza Port, stay tuned for more details on the deliciously cheesy menu. This exciting transformation is just one of the many offerings coming as part of Pixar Fest at the Disneyland Resort, which will run from April 13 through September 3. The festival will span both Disneyland park and Disney California Adventure park, bringing not only creatively-themed food, but also a new fireworks show, “Together Forever—A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular,” the return of the “Paint the Night” parade and much more! View the full article

Less than three years after Disneyland park opened its gates and the Santa Fe & Disneyland Railroad made its first Grand Circle Tour, guests were invited to take in the vast valley of the South Rim with the debut of the Grand Canyon Diorama. During the grand opening ceremony on March 31, 1958, Walt Disney himself piloted the engine through the tunnel to view the 306-foot-long diorama which, at the time, was described as the longest diorama in the world. Featuring artwork from scenic artist Delmer Yoakum and set to the sounds of Ferde Grofé’s “Grand Canyon Suite,” the realistic diorama can only be seen aboard the Disneyland Railroad. Last summer, both the Grand Canyon Diorama and Primeval World (which debuted in 1966) were carefully restored to their original splendor, with a bit of new magic added to both! View the full article

Jolly Holiday in Disneyland Resort is the place to go for terrific sweets in Walt’s park. It’s charming exterior is surpassed only by the awesome eats inside. Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe We recently visited with our Disneyland pal Heather (@DiningInDisney on Instagram!) when she picked up the new Rose Gold Macaron (yup, we’re still eating rose gold everything — like the Rose Gold Unicorn Cupcake at Walt Disney World’s Gasparilla Island Grill!). Rose Gold Macaron But today, we’re leaving the trend behind to eat a classic: a Carrot Cake Cupcake! Carrot Cake Cupcake These beauties are just $3.79, and Heather says they’re worth every penny! Carrot Cake Cupcake This Carrot Cake Cupcake is a spiced carrot cake cupcake topped with a generous swirl of cream cheese frosting, pink and orange white chocolate shavings, and a fondant carrot. Carrot Cake Cupcake How cute is that carrot? Adorable and seasonally appropriate! Close Up of Carrot Cake Cupcake The cake itself is airy and flavorful, a simple foundation for the simply delicious frosting! Carrot Cake Cupcake Interior So good news: if you’re not looking to jump on any snack/Minnie ears/spirit jersey bandwagons, Jolly Holiday has the classics covered! See some of our favorites in the video below! Are you a trend follower in Disney snacks or a fan of the classics? Tell us 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: Snack Series: New Carrot Cake Cupcake at Wilderness Lodge Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe Debuts New Treats and Dishes Rose Gold Macarons Debut at Disneyland View the full article

Star Wars: Galactic Nights, the one-night special event, will return to Disney’s Hollywood Studios on May 27. In case you aren’t familiar, Star Wars: Galactic Nights is a thrilling Star Wars-themed event held after park hours from 7 p.m.-midnight. It celebrates the entire Star Wars saga with out-of-this-world entertainment, special photo opportunities, event-exclusive merchandise and F&B, and encounters with rarely seen characters that guests can only experience during Star Wars: Galactic Nights. Here’s what you’ll find this year: The event-exclusive projection show, Star Wars: Galactic Destinations, will debut a new, surprise planet. Keep your eyes open! New talent from the Star Wars galaxy will make a special appearance during the event. Guests can meet an array of legendary Star Wars characters, many who are available only during Star Wars: Galactic Nights, including Rey, Captain Phasma, the 7th Sister, AWR Stormtroopers, Darth Vader and even EWOKS. Fan-made Droids! Droid Builders, the international community of Star Wars fans who build their own replica robots from the Star Wars galaxy returns with new droids to surprise guests. The Seize the Saga Scavenger hunt returns with a new immersive photo location. Guests who collect all the clues will be rewarded with exclusive artwork that will enhance their event credentials. An exclusive Star Wars: Galactic Nights poster will be given to every guest. Limited-edition, event-exclusive merchandise will be available featuring art from the upcoming movie Solo: A Star Wars Story. Guests can savor their way through the galaxy with new menu offerings available only during this event. Tasty new items include loaded red curry duck fries inspired by the Battle of Crait and dueling gazpacho inspired by the famous lightsaber duel between Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn and Sith Lord Darth Maul. Park access and all activities will be exclusive to Star Wars: Galactic Nights ticket holders. Tickets are now available at all Walt Disney World ticket locations and are priced at $129 for adults and $124 for children ages 3-9 (discounts available for annual passholders and Disney Vacation Club members). Tickets can also be purchased online at Disneyworld.com/galacticnights. View the full article

We’ve already taken you on a tour of the gorgeous Chocolate Easter Egg display at the Grand Floridian this year. Eggs on display at Grand Floridian But there is no shortage of Easter fun and food happening around Disney World over the next several days, so let’s HOP to it! Resort Easter Egg Displays The Grand Floridian display will be available for guests to view through April 9th. (And if your spring break plans don’t include a trip down to Disney World, you can see the whole thing here!) Eggs on display at Grand Floridian But you can also jump on the monorail from the Grand Floridian over to the Contemporary Resort, where the Resort’s Easter Eggs will be on display through April 4th. Easter Egg Display ©Disney Easter Egg Display ©Disney Outside of the Magic Kingdom area, guests visiting Disney’s Beach Club Resort can view the Easter Egg display through April 3rd. And, if you’re so inspired, you can purchase a chocolate egg of your own through April 1st. Easter Egg Display ©Disney Easter Egg Display ©Disney Finally, Animal Kingdom Lodge will have a display inside Boma — the Resort’s Table Service buffet restaurant. Guests may view these from March 30th through April 1st. Easter Cupcakes Did someBUNNY say “cupcakes”?!? If you’re in Epcot this weekend, Fountain View will serve a themed chocolate cupcake with marshmallow filling topped with buttercream icing from March 30 – April 2. Bunny Cupcake ©Disney And for one day only — April 1st — Sunshine Seasons will serve a cupcake with a fondant bunny with buttercream, cookies and cream crumble, and jelly beans topping a vanilla cupcake. The Springtime Cupcake is available throughout several Hollywood Studios Counter Service locations —such as The Trolley Car Café, Rosie’s All-American Café, Fairfax Fare, and ABC Commissary — through April 2nd. Springtime Cupcake ©Disney Raspberry filling is tucked inside the vanilla cupcake base, topped with buttercream and white chocolate bunny ears. Animal Kingdom’s Creature Comforts will serve a vanilla cupcake filled with key lime curd and topped with coconut buttercream and fondant eggs on April 1st. Easter Cupcakes ©Disney And Intermission Food Court at All Star Music will serve a Marshmallow Chick Cupcake through April 8th: a yellow cupcake filled with marshmallow ganache and topped with marshmallowgrass and a marshmallow chick. Now, if you didn’t see your Resort on this list, it’s well worth stopping by your Resort bakery case to try and spot a bunny, anyway! Easter Bunny Cupcake at The Artist’s Palette For instance, we found this cute little fella above at The Artist’s Palette in Saratoga Springs Resort just yesterday . Easter Brunch The following Easter Brunch offerings will all be available on April 1st only, and none of them require Advance Dining Reservations. Intermissions Cafe at All Star Music Intermission Food Court at All Star Music From 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, guests will find a buffet at Intermission Food Court featuring red velvet pancakes, fresh fruit and pastries, spinach salad with bacon vinaigrette, sweet potato casserole, cooked-to-order omelets, brown sugar-glazed ham with orange blossom honey mustard sauce and more. Boatwright’s Dining Hall at Port Orleans Resort — Riverside From 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, the brunch offered at Boatwright’s Dining Hall will offer items of southern cuisine like eggs benedict with crab, southern shrimp and grits, and Nashville hot chicken on a honey biscuit, Bloody Marys and Mimosas. Ale & Compass Restaurant at Yacht Club From 7:30 AM to 2:00 PM, all-you-care-to-enjoy items at Ale & Compass Restaurant will include assorted flatbreads, seasonal salads, and house-baked pastries and spreads as well as a choice of entrée with a specialty mimosa or non-alcoholic beverage. 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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: Easter Treats Around Walt Disney World — Including the 2017 Grand Floridian Chocolate Easter Eggs Easter Treats and Spring Break Eats Around Walt Disney World Photo Tour: The 2014 Grand Floridian Resort Easter Egg Display in Walt Disney World View the full article

Tonight’s “After Dark” series features a terrific pic of a resplendent Enchanted Storybook Castle – the largest Disney castle ever constructed at a Disney Park – at Shanghai Disneyland. Highlighted with golden spires and a Renaissance-style entrance on the exterior, Enchanted Storybook Castle also features four magnificent mosaics depict the tales of Tiana, Merida, Rapunzel, Elsa and Anna, plus an illuminated marquee that reveals motifs attributed to Belle, Cinderella and Snow White. Have you visited Shanghai Disneyland? What was your favorite part? Tell us in the comments section below! View the full article

The Bengal Barbecue in Disneyland’s Adventureland is the place to go for interesting eats — whether you’re a meat eater, a veggie lover, or somewhere in between! It’s long been an awesome spot to grab a snack, and now Bengal Barbecue is serving up some stellar entrees! Bengal Barbecue You’ll recognize Bengal Barbecue by this cool carved sign, which may or may not be how we look when biting into one of the many skewers served up in this location! Bengal Barbecue And when we say skewers, we mean skewers, y’all! At present, Bengal Barbecue offers the Banyan Beef Skewers, Chieftain Chicken Skewers, Outback Vegetable Skewers, Safari Skewers, and Bengal Beef Skewers! Woo! They’re all tasty — and convenient! Bengal Barbecue Menu But on her most recent visit, our Disneyland correspondent Heather Sievers (@DiningInDisney) opted for a couple of larger offerings (one served on a stick, the other a bun). The Kalua Pork Sandwich was a big hit — and just, well, big! Kalua Pork Sandwich with Macaroni Salad and Jungle Julep Served on a Hawaiian Bun and topped with Pineapple-Jalapeño Salsa and Spicy Hoisin Sauce, the perfect pulled pork was delicious! The soft bun was a good accompaniment. Kalua Pork Sandwich with Macaroni Salad And the tropical salsa added some nice contrast, with fresh fruit and vegetables combining for a spicy-sweet bite. Tropical Salsa atop Kalua Pork Sandwich The Macaroni Salad side is a classic and doesn’t pull any culinary punches. But it’s creamy and a nice accompaniment. Macaroni Salad at Bengal Barbecue Also served with the Macaroni Salad and the Sandwich is a bag of Maui Onion Potato Chips. Maui Style Maui Onion Potato Chips You could happily eat these sides separately as, perhaps, they are intended to be eaten. Sides Or you can hack your sides by crumbling some potato chips on top of the macaroni. Seriously. Starches on top of carbs is our favorite food group. Hack your sides! So Heather completely recommends the Kalua Pork Sandwich, but if you’re looking to try Bengal Barbecue’s famous skewers, you might want to opt for the Bengal Rice Plate. This combo plate includes your choice of two skewers plus a bed of jasmine rice and a side of citrus-miso slaw. Bengal Rice Plate This is another instance where the real life offering surpassed the picture on the sign. The Rice Plate is loaded! Heather opted for the Safari Skewer — asparagus wrapped in bacon — and the Bengal Beef Skewer. Rice Plate with Safari Skewer and Pork Belly Skewer The Citrus-Miso Slaw is packed with lots of components and textures, like edamame, sesame seeds, and cabbage. The rice was simple but a good base for the skewers. Rice Plate Bengal Barbecue is also serving a new Pork Belly Skewer — and it looks terrific! BBQ Pork Belly Skewer Sign Of course, a visit to The Bengal Barbecue pretty much always needs to include a Jungle Julep. We love the Jungle Julep — and it’s just as refreshing and tasty as ever! Jungle Julep Sign Jungle Julep is a slushy combo of Pineapple, Orange, Lemon, and Grape Juices. And it’s delicious! Jungle Julep We totally recommend The Bengal Barbecue for, well, everything. So if you’re in Adventureland and in need of a snack (or a meal or neither but you just like to eat constantly like we do), head on over! See more great Disneyland food reviews here! Which of Bengal Barbecue’s offerings are you most excited to eat? Let us know in the comments! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: News and Review: The Jungle Julep at Bengal Barbecue in Disneyland News: Indoor Seating Area Coming to Disneyland’s Bengal Barbecue Spotted: Special Limited Run Skewer at Disneyland’s Bengal Barbecue View the full article

This past weekend, the Disneyland Resort horses participated in the annual Swallows Day Parade in San Juan Capistrano, Calif., a picturesque town located just south of the Disneyland Resort. This year marked the 60th anniversary of the parade, which commemorates the day cliff-dwelling swallows return to the city from their winter home in Argentina. San Juan Capistrano is also known for its robust equestrian community, so the Circle D cast members (both two-legged and four-legged) felt right at home. Disneyland Resort horses, Brother and Chief, were this year’s featured participants, along with Disney Ambassadors Alexa Garcia and Nozomi Fukumoto (all the way from Tokyo Disney Resort). Spring was definitely in the air as the horses were decorated with colorful flowers for their strut through the town. View the full article

Easter is here and our pastry chefs have once again outdone themselves with their beautiful Easter egg displays and bunny-themed cupcakes. We even have a few Easter brunch offerings to share with you. Here’s everything you need to know about all of the Easter offerings this year at Walt Disney World Resort! Easter Egg Displays and Special Easter Treats This year marks the 7th Annual Easter Egg Display at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, which is designed and hand-decorated by the Grand Floridian Bakery Team. This beautiful display of chocolate eggs will be on display through April 9 in the resort lobby. Each egg is ornamented with edible products such as modeling chocolate, fondant, sugar floral royal icing, colored cocoa butter, and sculpted sugar art pieces. Boma – Flavors of Africa at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge will be featuring their chocolate Easter egg display March 30–April 1. This display includes eggs inspired by Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge as well as eggs inspired by “Up,” “Moana,” “Peter Pan,” and more! In the 1st floor lobby of Disney’s Contemporary Resort, you’ll find a magical array of Easter eggs inspired by some of Disney’s most popular animated classics such as “Beauty and the Beast,” “Alice in Wonderland,” “Jungle Book,” “Lilo & Stitch,” and more. And if you look closely, you might even find the signatures of your favorite Disney pals! This year marks the 6th anniversary of this amazing Easter egg display, designed by the Contemporary Bakery Team. These adorable chocolate eggs will be on display through April 4. At Disney’s Beach Club Resort, a beautiful chocolate Easter egg display will be located in the resort lobby through April 3. And for the first time ever, you can purchase custom Mickey and Minnie chocolate eggs to take home with you. These special eggs will be available for purchase through April 1. Now, if you’re looking for some more tasty Easter treats, we’ve got a few special cupcakes that you’ll want to know about. At Epcot, you’ll find Easter cupcakes at Fountain View and Sunshine Seasons. Fountain View’s cupcake will be available on March 30–April 2. This chocolate cupcake has a marshmallow filling and is topped with buttercream icing. Sunshine Seasons’ cupcake features an adorable fondant bunny with buttercream, cookies and cream crumble, and jelly beans all on top of a vanilla cupcake, and will only be available on April 1. At Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you’ll find another bunny-themed vanilla cupcake through April 2. This Springtime Cupcake comes with raspberry filling and is topped with buttercream frosting and white chocolate bunny ears. It will be served at The Trolley Car Café, Rosie’s All-American Café, Fairfax Fare, and ABC Commissary. Creature Comforts at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park will be serving up an Easter Cupcake on April 1. This vanilla cupcake is filled with key lime curd and is topped with coconut buttercream and cute little fondant eggs. Intermission Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort will feature a Marshmallow Chick Cupcake through April 8. This yellow cupcake is filled with marshmallow ganache and topped with marshmallow grass and a marshmallow chick! Easter Brunch Offerings Also at Intermission Food Court, an Easter Brunch Buffet will be offered from 9am-2pm on April 1. The buffet will feature an array of delicious items such as red velvet pancakes, fresh fruit and pastries, spinach salad with bacon vinaigrette, sweet potato casserole, cooked-to-order omelets, brown sugar-glazed ham with orange blossom honey mustard sauce and much more! Over at Boatwright’s Dining Hall at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside, you can partake in an Easter brunch on April 1, available from 10am-2pm. This brunch will feature southern cuisine such as eggs benedict with crab, southern shrimp and grits, and Nashville hot chicken on a honey biscuit, as well as special Bloody Marys and Mimosas. There will also be an Easter brunch at Ale & Compass Restaurant at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort from 7:30am-2pm on April 1. This brunch will include All-You-Care-To-Enjoy items such as assorted flatbreads, seasonal salads, and house-baked pastries and spreads as well as a choice of entrée with a specialty mimosa or non-alcoholic beverage. All three of these Easter brunch dining experiences require no reservations, and will only be available on April 1, 2018. So hop on down to Walt Disney World Resort for Easter this year to check out these adorable and delicious offerings! View the full article

For me, one of the great privileges of working here is the chance to meet so many extraordinarily creative, intelligent and inspirational cast members – including our incredible Imagineers, who are the the creative force that imagines, designs and builds all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions and cruise ships worldwide. Recently, we had the pleasure of hosting 25 of the country’s top female journalists at the Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) Campus in Glendale, California. Members of the Online News Association’s Women’s Leadership Accelerator Program took time from a week-long event at the USC Annenberg School of Journalism to tour of the campus. The visit included a panel of some of our top creative executives, who discussed the art, passion and creativity of storytelling in a way that captures the hearts of our guests around the world. The panel was moderated by our own Disneyland PR Director Michele Himmelberg, who was also an award-winning journalist. Panelists included: Charita Carter, Producer: Charita’s scenic illusion team is responsible for advancing new creative technologies to bring storytelling to the next level, including Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Jeanette Lomboy, Regional Executive WDI Pacific: Jeannette has been a creative force at Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawaii, and Pandora – The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, among others. Robin Reardon – Executive Creative Producer: Robin is one of the top creative executives working tirelessly on Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Park and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The Imagineers discussed their unique work at WDI and how it impacts our guests every day. Take a look at the video below for more, and stay tuned on the Disney Parks Blog to see updates on the exciting projects our Imagineers are bringing to life at Disney Parks. View the full article

Main Street, U.S.A., at Disneyland park just completed a refurbishment in which the horse-drawn streetcar track was replaced in its entirety for the first time. I am happy to report that this work has been completed, adding new brickwork along the length of this already lovely street. As we have previously shared, the pieces of original track remaining prior to this refurbishment were salvaged and preserved, and the previously updated pieces of track were being recycled. And today we are excited to welcome back our four-legged cast members, the Disneyland Resort horses, to Main Street, U.S.A.! View the full article

Happy Thursday! We’re back with another DFB Video today, and we’re discussing the pros and cons of Disney World transportation. Catch that Monorail! There is much more to Disney World than four theme parks. It’s a huge property with several Resorts, a shopping and dining district (that’s Disney Springs), two water parks, and more. So something every guest needs to consider is how to get around all of it! And this is an especially big topic these days in light of the recent addition of parking fees for guests staying at Disney World resorts. We’re discussing that topic and also how to get around if you choose to rely on Disney transportation at some point (or for all) of your 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: How do you like to get around Disney World? 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: 11 Things Disney World Pros Do, And You Should, Too DFB Video: Disney World vs Disneyland — Which One Is Best for YOU? DFB Video: How to OUTSMART the Crowds in Disney World View the full article

Things are always changing quickly in Disney Springs, and we’ve got the What’s New scoop on everyone’s favorite Disney-fied shopping district! Let’s go! Disney Springs Menu Updates Easter candy goes upscale (but still totally cute!) at The Ganachery. Pick up some Speckled Salted Caramel Eggs for your favorite little bunny (or yourself). Speckled Salted Caramel Eggs at The Ganachery Speckled Salted Caramel Eggs Or crack open a Pinata Egg to get a surprise treat! Pinata Egg at the Ganachery Pinata Egg This chocolate Bunny Surprise has hidden eggs inside. Weird but cool? Bunny Surprise at The Ganachery Bunny Surprise Assorted Chocolate Eggs are always a good idea! Assorted Chocolate Eggs at The Ganachery Assorted Chocolate Eggs You can also go for a Character Chocolate Bar at The Ganachery. Captain Jack is, apparently, made of Milk Chocolate with Caramel (he probably calls it liquid gold). And of course there are “hidden pearls” inside. Character Chocolate Bars at The Ganachery Aurora is Dark Chocolate — only the richest of sweets for her! Character Chocolate Bar Earl of Sandwich has broken out its seasonal eats, including a Spicy Tuna Sandwich and a Wahoo Sandwich. We’d like to order that one just to say Wahoo Sandwich! Earl of Sandwich Seasonal Eats You can also get an Ice Cream Sandwich at Earl right now. Earl of Sandwich Ice Cream Sandwich There are lots of seasonal treats at Goofy’s Candy Co. Start by creating your own Easter Basket or Tote. Goofy’s Candy Co. Create Your Own Easter Basket or Tote Or grab this cutie: an Easter Bunny Caramel Apple! Easter Bunny Caramel Apple at Goofy’s Prefer your bunnies in cupcake form? There’s an Easter Bunny Cupcake for you! Easter Bunny Cupcake at Goofy’s Or an Easter Chick Cupcake. Or one of each. Easter Chick Cupcake at Goofy’s We were lucky enough to catch some Fresh-Dipped Mickey Pops. So much melted chocolate! Freshly Dipped Chocolate Cake Pops at Goofy’s Candy Co. Goofy’s Sour Taffy in family size is now in this resealable bag (previously it was in a box). Goofy’s Sour Candy Over at Vivoli il Gelato, there are lots of seasonal options. Milkshakes include The Leprechaun’s Wish this month. And don’t forget to check out that cannoli shake! Specialty Milkshakes at Vivoli il Gelato Cannoli Shake Sundaes include the Nutella Brownie Sundae, which we reviewed previously. Hello, yum! Specialty Sundaes at Vivoli il Gelato Nutella Brownie Sundae And there’s a seasonal float: The Tropicale with mango and coconut sorbetto! Specialty Float at Vivoli il Gelato The current food truck in West Side is Fantasy Fare, which is serving up Shrimp and Lobster Mac and Cheese, Chicken Strips with Waffle Fries, Chicken and Waffles, and Hand-Dipped Corn Dogs. The hand-dipped corn dogs are the same as what we’ve reviewed before here at Fantasy Fare, but the chicken and waffles have gotten an update! Fantasy Fare Food Truck now in West Side Hand-dipped Corn Dog from Fantasy Fare Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar’s current food menu features some favorites like Air Pirate’s Pretzels and several new and returning options like Doctor Astorga’s Queso Fundito, Sankara Stones and Barrels, Satipo’s Empanadas, Pakoras of Mayapore, Nang Tao Spicy Popcorn Chicken, and Old World Pizza of San Marco. Jock Lindsey’s Food Menu Pretzel Goodness And The Daily Poutine is dishing out Irish Stout Poutine with braised cabbage and corned beef! Irish Stout Poutine at The Daily Poutine If you follow Homecomin’ on social media, you likely saw that the restaurant has added a few new items, including Spinach & Kale Chopped Salad, Big Fish Sandwich, and Capitol Meatloaf. There are also a couple of new drinks, just in time for the hot summer season! Homecomin’ has new menu items Disney Springs Merchandise Updates Meanwhile in the world of Disney Springs merchandise, the newly opened The Disney Corner pop-up store is packed from wall to wall with charming merch while World of Disney undergoes a few refurbishments. The Disney Corner Store You’ll find this new shop near The Polite Pig and across from the escalators. The Disney Corner Store Princess merch abounds! Disney Corner Store And polka dot fans will be thrilled with the options here. Disney Corner Store There’s lots of fun decor, too! Disney Corner Store Disney Corner Store And sweet animation at the check-out. Checkout at the Disney Corner Store So many souvenirs! And we love how bright and airy it feels in here. Disney Corner Store Seriously, so much princess gear. Disney Corner Store Cute Minnie hat… Pink Dots Hat at Disney Corner Store Did we mention it’s two floors of fun Disney gear? Disney Corner Store Decor We’re not sure how long this will be open. It’s currently providing relief as World of Disney undergoes a few refurbishments (WoD is still open, but parts of it are being renovated). At Tren-D, guests will find lots of great throwback tees! The Rescuers Down Under are getting some love! Rescuers Down Under Tee at Tren-D And Rescue Rangers! Rescue Ranger Tee at Tren-D Duck Tales! Welcome back, childhood! Duck Tales Tee at Tren-D And this Chip ‘n’ Dale Rescue Rangers tee has some great old animation stills. Chip ‘n’ Dale Tee at Tren-D For your patriotic dishware needs, head over to the Marketplace Co-Op, where you’ll find the Red, White, and Blue line. Red, White, and Blue Mickey Mugs at Marketplace Co-Op Red, White, and Blue Mickey Line at Marketplace Co-Op. Red, White, and Blue Mickey Line at Marketplace Co-Op Red, White, and Blue Mickey Line at Marketplace Co-Op Red, White, and Blue Mickey Line at Marketplace Co-Op Disney Springs Construction Construction continues in earnest (as ever!). Walls are up at World of Disney. World of Disney Construction Inside, lots of the spaces are closed off for renovations. World Of Disney Construction World of Disney Construction Wolfgang Puck’s new location is under construction near Planet Hollywood Observatory. Wolfgang Puck Construction Wine Bar George is nearing completion! Wine Bar George Construction Wine Bar George Construction And Terralina is coming along, too…maybe? It was supposed to open in, like, January, so we really have no idea what’s happening here. Terralina Construction Terralina Construction New signage indicates a Spring 2018 opening! Terralina Construction The NBA Experience looks massive! NBA Experience Construction And Jaleo is exciting us with lots of neat exterior shapes! Jaleo Construction Jaleo Construction And that’s all Disney Springs wrote on this visit! But with so much happening, you know we’ll be back with more What’s New in the near future! Join the DFB Newsletter HERE to be kept up to date on ALL the latest Disney news! What are you most excited to see in Disney Springs? Tell us 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 Springs This Week! February 13, 2018 What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: March 14, 2018 What’s New in Disney World’s Disney Springs: December 4, 2017 View the full article

National Women’s History Month has flown by and this is the final post in the series highlighting our fabulous Disney Women of Food & Beverage. Although each of the women profiled are confident and self-assured, it only took two words to jar them out of their comfort zone – photo shoot! But as they gathered together for their photo sessions armed with “fun props,” their apprehension slipped away and conversations were punctuated with laughter. We had the privilege to work with two wonderful photographers, Matt Stroshane and David Nguyen, who made it a fun experience for everyone. As both Matt and David have daughters, I thought it would be interesting to hear what they have to say about these 22 women we have profiled and what advice they have for their own daughters. I have included “mini” profiles on them also – so you can see the talent behind the photos. In one of the first posts, I wrote that narrowing down to only 22 cast members to highlight in this series was extremely difficult as the depth of talent at every level is truly impressive … and I meant every word. So, congratulations to the featured Disney Women of Food & Beverage and to the over 22,000 Cast Members in Food & Beverage at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort that create the magic each and every day. Cheers! Demetria Foundoukis Hometown: Bronx, N.Y. Years in the Food & Beverage Industry: 34 years and counting Year Started with Disney: 1992 Current Role: Executive Chef, Epcot, Walt Disney World Resort Education/Accomplishments: New York Restaurant School; Disney Partners in Excellence, Court of Master Sommeliers – Introductory Sommelier Diploma Level One; Shanghai Disneyland Resort Opening Team Delicious Details: Loves everything about the beach; her yiayia’s (grandmother’s) spanakopita recipe has been passed down generations; enjoys experimenting with flavors from different cultures to bring them together in a dish; worked in her father’s butcher shop as a teenager; cooked at the White House with Chef Cat Cora for Greek Independence Day Celebration; her mother is her biggest inspiration and larger-than-life fan; described as passionate, persistent, and outgoing. What advice would you give young women wanting to get into the food and beverage industry? Be strong in your passions for this business. This craft takes many years to learn. Live in the now, absorb everything about food, experience it, and be prepared to work hard. This will produce some amazing, gratifying results. Bridget Sherren Hometown: Collegeville, Pa. Years in the Food & Beverage Industry: 35 years Year Started with Disney: 1988 Current Role: Proprietor, Food & Beverage and Merchandise at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, Walt Disney World Resort Education/Accomplishments: Montgomery County Community College; State of Pennsylvania Certified Firefighter; Court of Master Sommeliers – Advanced Sommelier Diploma Level Three; Certified LEAN Sic Sigma; Shanghai Disneyland Resort Opening Team Delicious Details: A German Riesling is a must for any wine list; huge NASCAR fan; raised four boys; known for hospitality, service and managing a world-class beverage program; grandfather and father are her biggest inspirations; passionate about teaching the art of selflessness in service; enjoys boating on the St. Johns River scouting for wildlife; described as guest-centric, cast-focused, and someone with outlandish ideas. What advice would you give young women wanting to get into the food and beverage industry? Make yourself an expert. Put in the time. You will reap great rewards and doors will open for travel, career, and meeting people from all over the world. You will be richer for it. Gloria Tae Hometown: Born in Seoul, South Korea but grew up in La Crescenta, Calf. Years in the Food & Beverage Industry: 27 years Year Started with Disney: 2001 Current Role: Chef de Cuisine, Napa Rose, Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa; Disneyland Resort Education/Accomplishments: No formal culinary training – fortunate to work under chefs willing to share their knowledge and expertise. Delicious Details: Passionate about creating magical moments through food and hospitality; a sharp knife is her favorite kitchen gadget; known for her creativity and mentoring; Sriracha and kimchee are always in her fridge; culinary style is “seasonal wine country”; a bit of a nerd; could not give up caffeine; described as inspiring, hard-working, and reliable. What advice would you give young women wanting to get into the food and beverage industry? Learn the difference between being compassionate and intolerant. Learn when to have a soft touch and when to stand your ground. Marianne Hunnel Hometown: Chicago, Ill. Years in the Food & Beverage Industry: Over 40 years Year Started with Disney: 1989 Current Role: Content Development Manager, Park Event Operations, Walt Disney World Resort (develops programming for all Epcot Festivals) Education/Accomplishments: Culinary Program, Joliet Junior College; Business Degree, University of Phoenix; Court of Master Sommeliers – Introductory Sommelier Diploma Level One; Cicerone® Program Certified Beer Server Level One; Spirits Diploma program; Certified Executive Chef with the American Culinary Federation; ACF Culinarian Award Central Florida Chapter Delicious Details: Loves boating with her husband and Sandy Sue, their doggie daughter; culinary indulgence is charcuterie and Champagne; attended dress design school in Chicago; loves to bake; her family, friends, and colleagues inspire her; highlight was working with Julia Child at the 1997 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival; described as creative, passionate, and a teacher. What advice would you give young women wanting to get into the food and beverage industry? Believe in yourself, and be true to yourself. People will come and go in your life and provide you with lots of feedback – good and not so pleasant. At the end of the day you have to live with the decisions that you make so make sure that whatever you do, personally and professionally, comes from the heart. If you are not waking up each day looking forward to the day and what it will bring and how you can make a difference you may want to reconsider how you are spending the precious time that you have. —– Hey there! This is Alex Dunlap, Food & Beverage Communications Coordinator for Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Public Relations, and I just had to add one more amazing woman to our Disney Women of Food & Beverage List – Karen McClintock. She’s known as the “Mom” to many of our Food & Beverage Cast Members, and has represented Disney dining with pride, humility, and magic for 26 years. She started her Disney Career with Disney’s Food & Wine Society, the foundation for the current annual Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. She collaborates on all the popular Disney Cookbooks, orchestrates Disney dining content for print, radio, television and social media, and plays an integral role in the next generation of Disney restaurants. She’s a mentor, a friend, and an inspiration to everyone to everyone who meets her. Without further ado, here is the final profile of her Disney Women of Food & Beverage series. Karen McClintock Hometown: Grew up in Urbandale, Iowa and moved to Boulder, Colo. Years in Food & Beverage: 26 years Year Started with Disney: 1992 Current Role: Manager, Communications, Public Relations, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Education/Accomplishments: Undergraduate, University of Colorado; Master of Science in Management, Regis University–Denver Delicious Details: Was brought into the Disney Family with the help of her two sisters who also worked for the company; a foodie at work AND at home; her favorite pastime is sharing good conversation and laughs with family and friends; on the weekends you may find her shopping for antiques, supporting local Winter Garden Festivals or reading a good murder-mystery with a hot cup of tea; loves a good glass of red wine; adored by her two children; described as professional, fun-loving, passionate, and supportive – all qualities that have helped her become one of the most important key players within the Disney Food & Beverage community. What advice would you give young women wanting to get into the food and beverage industry? Explore all opportunities. Not all positions will be a perfect fit but you will learn something and grow from all of the different roles, leaders, and partners. Work with integrity. Laugh. Have balance in your life – your family and friends are your foundation. Enjoy the ride. About the Photographers: Matt Stroshane Hometown: Ashland, WI Education: University of Miami Years as a Photographer: 18 years Year Started with Disney: 2011 Current Role: Photographer, Yellow Shoes, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Three Words to Describe the Photo Shoot with the Disney Women of Food & Beverage: Inspirational, humbling, and fun What advice would you give your young daughter regarding her career/life aspirations? I am so fortunate to have a career where I get to work with and learn from so many talented, enthusiastic, and dedicated women – women I can tell my daughter about as she discovers her own ambitions. My wife and I encourage her to be open to new people, experiences, and possibilities when thinking about her future. And we try to lead by example, showing her that work is more fulfilling when you have a passion for your career. David Nguyen Hometown: Long Beach, Calif. Education: University of Nevada, Las Vegas Years as a Photographer: 20 years – 3 years with Disney Food & Beverage Year Started with Disney: 2007 Current Role: Food & Beverage Operation Integration Specialist, Disneyland Resort Three Words to Describe the Photo Shoot with the Disney Women of Food & Beverage: Energetic Adaptable Thoughtful What advice would you give your young daughter regarding her career/life aspirations? Don’t be afraid to follow your curiosities down those rabbit holes! Never stop asking questions and never stop learning. You have a distinct set of skills and talents, cultivated through education and unique experiences—so invest in yourself, capitalize on your strengths, and build upon your weaknesses. Expand your horizons through trying new things, volunteering, and making bold decisions. Be confident in your decisions, work hard, do it well, and embrace setbacks as learning opportunities to grow yourself. And don’t compare yourself to others, rather, consider how far you’ve come. Set your own goals and celebrate the progress you’ve made and, whenever possible, work smarter, not harder. Wake up every day to doing what you love and have a purpose fueled by passion that will motivate you to strive to be your best self. Truly understand your own personality, needs, and aspirations to create the life you want, and live a life that makes you happy! 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 imagines buddies Hiro and Baymax heading to Epcot for some fun. According to her, the twosome would head to a place where they could test out the latest tech. “Innoventions is the perfect place for Baymax and Hiro to hang out,” she said. “I’ll bet Hiro could have his own exhibit with all of his creations and inventions!” View the full article