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As leaves turning from green to red and gold mean “Fall” in northern parts, “Fall” in Florida has special meaning: Food & Wine Time! The Epcot International Food & Wine Festival returns to Walt Disney World Resort this fall with 75 days of entertainment, events, and, of course, a veritable cornucopia of wonderful food and tasty beverages. The festival’s 23rd year runs from August 30 to November 12, 2018. Our guests will tell you that it’s one of their favorite times of the year; and if you haven’t been yet, this year is a great time for a first visit. This year’s festival will continue its tradition of fine dining events, appearances by favorite Disney culinarians and top celebrity chefs, and a slate of concerts from favorite bands of the last few decades. We don’t have too much information to share yet; but, for all you planners out there, we wanted to get dates to you as soon as we could. For more information on the Festival, check out TasteEpcot.com and stay tuned to the Disney Parks Blog for updates on this year’s celebrity chef events, “Eat to the Beat” concerts, dining packages, special events and other fun. View the full article

What’s your favorite part of the 2018 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival? Is it the Outdoor Kitchens with dishes, desserts and drinks from around the world? The amazing Disney character topiaries? The Garden Rocks Concert Series? Or maybe it is all of these and more? No matter what your favorite part of the festival is, get ready because the fun is just getting started. This year we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival, which takes place from February 28 through May 28, 2018. New offerings this year include Spike’s Pollen Nation Exploration – a scavenger hunt that leads guests on an adventure around World Showcase, the Honey Bee-stro Outdoor Kitchen presented by the National Honey Board, Imagination Play Garden, and fun new FTD Floral Photo Spots. There is fun to be had at the festival for kids of all ages. Disney Parks Moms Panelist Lauren shares one must-see area for little ones. “One of my favorite experiences every year is exploring the Goodness Garden Butterfly House Presented by GoGoSqueeZ. I’ll never forget the sound of my little one’s squeals of joy watching the butterflies flutter around.” Fellow panelist Cathy looks forward to the many popular musical artists that perform at the festival each year. “Concerts are included with your valid admission to Epcot. Shows are usually three times a night, so check the show schedule and get ready to rock and roll!” “The Outdoor Kitchens have returned with perennial favorites and a few new kiosks. My favorite has to be the pun-tastic Honey Bee-stro! How adorable is that name?” said panelist Brandy. “You can call 407-WDW-TOUR to schedule a tour of festival gardens, including the Royal Tea Garden Tour and the Gardens of the World Tour. Be sure to don your antennae and discover the hoppy-est springtime activities, like Spike’s Pollen Nation Exploration and the Egg-stravaganza Scavenger Hunt. The Garden Rocks Concert Series is full of great acts, so check out the lineup before your trip!” If you are interested in a more behind-the-scenes look, four unique tour options offer a sneak-peek into the magic of the festival. The Royal Tea Garden Tour and the Gardens of the World Tour are back, as well as the English Tea Garden Tour and the Behind the Seeds Tour. All four are guest favorites, so definitely try to schedule one on your upcoming visit. For more tips on visiting the 2018 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival, or to ask questions about planning your next Disney vacation, be sure to visit DisneyParksMomsPanel.com for a personalized response from our knowledgeable panel. View the full article

Hey, friends! We’re back with another DFB Video today, and we’re giving you the best tips on how to OUTSMART the crowds in Disney World! Pandora’s Opening Week Lines in Animal Kingdom Disney World is full of magic, fun attractions, great places to eat, super fun Resorts and… plenty of people ! So today we’re hoping to help you navigate through the crowds so you can make the most of your riding, shopping, and dining time! Our tips include some things you can take care of in advance as well as tips for when you’re in the parks. So be sure to store up some energy to help you get through those crowds while watching 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 best tip for outsmarting the crowds in 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: Things Most People Don’t Know About Walt Disney World DFB Video: 19 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do at Disney World DFB Video: How to Survive Disney World Weather (and Hurricane Season) View the full article

In addition to the newly reimagined Incredicoaster and all-new Lamplight Lounge, guests will discover new experiences – both big and small – throughout the newly reimagined Pixar Pier. In 2019, Jessie the yodeling cowgirl will invite you for a rootin’ tootin’ spin on Jessie’s Critter Carousel. Inspired by Jessie’s wilderness friends in the “Woody’s Roundup” television show from “Toy Story 2,” this newly reimagined attraction is a classic boardwalk carousel with a whimsical spin. Saddle up on one of 56 adorable friends, choosing from a turtle, snake, buzzard, armadillo, bunny, deer, raccoon, ram, skunk and two cozy logs inhabited by a family of owls. And when Pixar Pier opens June 23 at Disney California Adventure park, guests will find transformation around every corner. Just past Lamplight Lounge, you will find Adorable Snowman Frosted Treats. Inspired by the lovable and not-at-all-abominable monster from “Monsters, Inc.,” this will be your go-to for frozen treats. In the “Toy Story” neighborhood of Pixar Pier, big appetites and small fries alike will love the Poultry Palace. This giant fun meal inspired by Pixar’s short, “Toy Story Toon: Small Fry,” even comes with a Fun Meal Zurg! ¿Quieres un churro? Stop by Señor Buzz Churros, where Buzz has switched into Spanish mode to offer this quintessential Disneyland Resort treat. Further down Pixar Pier, Angry Dogs will be serving up some hot items – which is the perfect place for Anger from “Inside Out.” The more he burns with rage, the hotter the dogs get! Come discover these and many more newly themed experiences throughout Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure park! View the full article

If you’re starting your Disney World day with a stop at the Intermission Food Court at All Star Music Resort, you might want to check out the new All-Star Chart Topper Breakfast Sandwich. It takes everything (and I do mean just about everything) you might possibly want for breakfast, and smooshes it all into one big ol’ breakfast sandwich! All-Star Chart Topper ©Disney I spy bacon, eggs, cheese, gravy, sausage links, potato barrels (tater tots), and some other sort of fried goodness, all tucked in between an English Muffin. Basically, it’s like the Kitchen Sink of Breakfast Sandwiches. But THIS is the MOST important part… The Early Bird catches the Chart Topper! Only forty-five are made each morning, and once they’re gone, that’s it. So good luck, and let us know if you decide to tackle the Chart Topper at All Star Music! Find out about more Secret Menu items at The All Star Resorts here! Don’t Miss Out on the ALL the Best Snacks Walt Disney World Has to Offer! Get four awesome e-Books FULL of Disney park dining advice, bundled for 30% off the already discounted price! Yep, we’ve scoured the parks to find any and all snack choices — from the mundane to the spectacular — and we tell you all about them (with full-color pictures!) in our snack guides! These are updated every year, so you know your guide will be perfect for your upcoming trip, and they’re bundled with our DFB Guide to WDW Dining! This money-saving bundle includes all of the following: The 2017 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, Second Edition The DFB Guide to Magic Kingdom Snacks The DFB Guide to Epcot Snacks The DFB Guide to Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios Snacks All four are being sold together — for 30% off the already hugely discounted bundle price. Use code BUNDLE17 at check out to get the discount. It’s a $63 value for under $30!! With this Bundle of e-books you’ll have everything you need at your fingertips to plan the best Disney World vacation ever. And with our handy e-book format, you can download the Guides to all of your electronic devices and take them with you wherever you go! And with our 100% money-back guarantee, what do you have to lose? Would you like to start your day with the All-Star Chart Topper? 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: Review: Fried Pickles at Intermission Food Court at Disney World’s All-Star Music SECRET MENU! Nachos Rio Grande Challenge at Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe in Disney World DFB Food Challenge: The Walt Disney World Gelato Crawl! View the full article

Recently, a not-so-mysterious doorbell made an appearance in the American Adventure Pavilion in Epcot. And now? A similar — yet different — doorbell has been spotted behind The Hollywood Brown Derby in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Hollywood Studios Doorbell Next to Elevator Why do I say “not-so-mysterious”? Because in 2017 Disney confirmed that four Club 33 lounges would be opening in Disney World. Club 33 is known — and even legendary — for being an exclusive, members-only club with its first, and most iconic, location in Disneyland. Designed by none other than Walt Disney himself, the restaurant was made to entertain friends and VIPs. These days, entrance is gained by a hefty initial membership fee in addition to annual dues. Whether you’ve been able to pass through the Club 33 doors in Disneyland or not, you may have noticed its famous doorbell by which members announce their arrival to Club 33. And it appears that each location in Disney World will receive similar doorbell treatment… though with an added feature. Hollywood Studios Doorbell So far, each doorbell that’s been spotted in Disney World has what appears to be an RFID reader installed directly below it, indicating that members will be able to utilize the technology with their MagicBands. See Epcot’s Club 33 Location Here! Wonder what it’s like to dine at Disneyland’s Club 33? Check out our #OnTheList Club 33 dining experience! We await further word — and further doorbells! — for the locations in Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom. What do you think of the upcoming Disney World Club 33 locations? 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: Epcot Club 33 Location CONFIRMED: Star Wars Themed Dinner Club Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios Walt Disney World Club 33 Lounges May Be Opening Soon View the full article

Super excited to share some breaking news with you about Pixar Pier in Disneyland Resort’s Disney California Adventure park. (Don’t forget that Pixar Pier officially opens on June 23rd!) Pixar Pier Marquee Concept Art ©Disney We’ve got the scoop on some brand new eats for Pixar Fest as well as some upcoming Pixar Pier dining locations that will be permanent residents of the new Pixar Pier! Ready? Here we go!! (Be sure to scroll to the bottom of this post to see the new Pixar Pier dining spots!) Disney California Adventure Pixar Fest Food! Visitors to Disney California Adventure Park are going to have a ball from April 13 to September 3 when Pixar Fest takes over the park! This celebration will highlight beloved Pixar films in the run-up and aftermath of Pixar Pier’s expected June 23 grand opening! Pixar Fest will introduce a brand new nighttime spectacular and re-introduce not one but two parades! There will also be Pixar meet-and-greets, Pixar film merchandise, and fun themed decor! Pixar Fest Cap ©Disney And of course there will be food! And thanks to Disney D23 (the official Disney fan club!) and the Orange County Register, we’ve got some sneak peeks of the eats! Note that these eats can be found all over Disneyland Resort — both in Disneyland proper and in Disney California Adventure. So no matter where you are, you’ll be able to find a Incredible snacks! The iconic Pixar Ball will be available, bouncing onto cake pops and caramel apples! Pixar Ball Caramel Apple The Toy Story franchise will be front and center, with Lots-o-Straw-“Bear”-y Funnel Cake at Hungry Bear Restaurant, as well as Lots-o-Straw-“Bear”-y Churros with strawberry sugar. Lots-O-Straw-“Bear”-y Funnel Cake ©Disney There will also be Boot Beer (root beer served in a souvenir Woody’s boot) at Golden Horseshoe and Jessie’s Berry Jubilee Funnel Cake at Stage Door Cafe! Boot Beer ©Disney Guests can also take a bite out of everyone’s favorite Pixar aliens with these Alien Macarons — filled with lemon-blackberry filling. Yum! Also they might be too cute to eat, but we’ll persist. Alien Macarons The Monsters, Inc. franchise also gets some love with Sully Popcorn Buckets at Disneyland Popcorn Carts and funky Color-Changing Noodles in California Adventure’s Lucky Fortune Cookery! Color-Change Noodles If you prefer your Monsters with one eye (hey, these are the jokes, kid!), there will be Mike Wazowski Sippers available at DCA counter service locations — as well as Mike Wazowski Krispie Treats! And like Baby Groot during the Summer of Heroes in 2017, Mike is also going to available in sourdough bread form at Pacific Wharf Cafe! Mike Wazowski Bread and Krispie Treat Guests will also find goodies from Finding Nemo and Finding Dory, including Dory Cake Pops and Nemo Caramel Apples! Up! will be celebrated with Fried-ricksen Bologna Sandwiches and the Fredrickson TV Dinner (at Carnation Cafe), an “Up” Merit Badge Eclair (at Jolly Holiday Bakery), and an “Up” Tart — a Nutella Pop Tart!! (at the Capuccino Cart in Disneyland). And Pixar’s newest smash hit, Coco, will make sweet music with Coco Churro with Chocolate Powder, Vanilla Beans, Salted Cinnamon Sugar, Mexican Chocolate dipping sauce in Frontierland and Souvenir Coco Jaritas (mugs) at Rancho del Zocalo (Disneyland) and Paradise Garden Grill (DCA). Coco Churro ©Disney Phew! Is it April yet? Because this Fest looks like a total blast! New Pixar Pier Dining Locations Coming Soon! OK, y’all know that Cove Bar is turning into Lamplight Lounge, but there’s a whole lot more to hear about when it comes to Pixar Pier’s restaurants and dining establishments! Incredicoaster Snack Location Great news for those who love to combine their thrill rides with serious eats! The former California Screamin’ photo kiosk is turning into an Incredicoaster snack spot when Pixar Pier opens on June 23rd! All we know on this one is that there will be a must-have, unique snack offered here…and that Jack-Jack is a fan! Any ideas?? Pixar-Themed Food Stands Those fun food kiosks along Paradise Pier? They’re still there, and re-opening with the new land as Pixar-themed food stands! The Turkey Leg kiosk may be themed as Poultry Palace (a la Small Fry)! Poultry Palace from Pixar Toon Small Fry Pixar Pier Soft Serve Spot The old Paradise Pier Ice Cream Co. will re-open as a Pixar-themed location and offer icy, sweet treats once again…but this time there will be a signature soft-serve item on the menu! Look for this spot to open earlier than the rest of Pixar Pier — likely around May 1st. There’s lots more to come on this front! Stay tuned to the DFB Newsletter for details! Cove Bar Re-Opening From March 16-May 28 And remember — even though we’re anticipating Lamplight Lounge soon — Cove Bar will re-open from March 16-May 28 for that final farewell! Don’t forget to check out more DISNEYLAND FOOD! Click here to see our Disneyland and DCA Food Coverage! And Join the DFB Newsletter List for All the News As Soon as it Happens! What’s your favorite Disneyland/DCA festival? 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: Cove Bar and Ariel’s Grotto Closures and Renovations for Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Lamplight Lounge on Pixar Pier Will Feature A Cove Bar Favorite!! NEWS!! Star Wars Hotel, Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, Pixar Pier Details View the full article

Toy Story Land visitors will know right from the get-go that Disney was thinking big for the attraction for Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park. Folks will be greeted by a familiar character named Woody — a 20-foot-tall version of the lanky cowboy. That’s the perspective that Disney came from... View the full article

The 2018 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival is in full bloom through May 28 and it’s a perfect Festival for the whole family! In addition to the beautiful flowers and Disney-themed topiaries all over the park, guests can also enjoy specialty tours, fun family activities, and the Garden Rocks Concert Series — complete with Dining Packages again. 2018 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival But our favorite part of the Festival is the 15 Outdoor Kitchens – better known as Food Booths – serving up small plates and beverages with a focus on Spring flavors and garden-fresh ingredients. Click Here to visit our 2018 Flower and Garden Festival Menu Page to see the full booth menus and pics of ALL THE FOOD at the Festival! And today we’re going to take a look at the Best Eats for Kids at this year’s Epcot Flower and Garden Festival! There are so many delicious eats at the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival – check out our Best of the Fest HERE! – but today we’re going to focus on kid-friendly items that even the pickiest eaters should enjoy! Frushi at Hanami Frushi at Hanami is made with Fresh Pineapple, Strawberry, and Melon rolled with Coconut Rice and, it’s sprinkled with Toasted Coconut and Whipped Cream with a bit of Raspberry Sauce on the side. Frushi at the Hanami Outdoor Kitchen in Japan This is a super fun dish and a great item to introduce the kiddos to new foods! Beef Tenderloin Tips, Mushroom Bordelaise Sauce, Whipped Potatoes with Garden Vegetables at Northern Bloom Sure it sounds fancy but it’s basically Beef Tenderloin Tips and Mashed Potatoes (at least that’s how you can explain it to the kiddos)! And who doesn’t like beef and mashed potatoes? Beef Tenderloin Tips This is a hearty dish and a good way to get the kids to eat their veggies too! Vegetable Spring Rolls at Lotus House The Lotus House menu features all savory items this year and these Spring Rolls should be a hit with the kids. Vegetable Spring Rolls cross section You can try request them without sauce if your kids prefer them plain. Toasted Pretzel Bread at Baurnmarkt: Farmer’s Market If the kids like cheese, the Toasted Pretzel Bread topped with Black Forest Ham and Melted Gruyère Cheese at Baurnmarkt: Farmer’s Market is a great choice! Toasted Pretzel Bread with Black Forest Ham and Gruyere A Germany-made pretzel smothered with melted cheese and Black Forest Ham – what’s not to love?! Warm Cheese Strudel with Mixed Berries at Bauernmarkt: Farmer’s Market The Warm Cheese Strudel with Mixed Berries has been a favorite here at DFB for a few years. If the kiddos love dessert order this! Warm Cheese Strudel with Mixed Berries There is plenty of rich, sweet Cheese Filling inside the flaky pastry and the Berry Sauce is delicious. Macaron au Chocolat en Sucette at Fleur de Lys You might have to order a few of these because everyone in the family will enjoy the Large Chocolate Macaron Lollipop at Fleur de Lys. Chocolate Macaron This Chocolate Macaron is new to the Festival this year and it’s chocolate perfection! Sugar Cane Shrimp Skewer with Steamed Rice and Coconut Lime Sauce at La Isla Fresca The Sugar Cane Shrimp Skewer at La Isla Fresca is a great dish for kiddos who want to try something different but not too exotic! Sugar Cane Shrimp Skewer with Steamed Rice and Coconut Lime Sauce The Coconut Lime Sauce has a mild, sweet flavor that kids will love. Frozen Desert Violet Lemonade at Pineapple Promenade This frozen beverage from Pineapple Promenade is not too floral or overly sweet. The kids will love sharing pics of it on Instagram too! ;-D Frozen Desert Violet Lemonade This has been a DFB favorite for several years and it’s definitely worth the wait to the Pineapple Promenade. Pineapple Soft-serve with Fanta at Pineapple Promenade We couldn’t leave Dole Whip off the list of Best Eats for Kids! And this version is topped with Fanta soda pop! Pineapple Soft-serve with Fanta This new twist on Dole Whip is a sweet and refreshing treat for the whole family. You can see ALL THE FOOD by visiting our Flower and Garden Festival Menus page here! And check out ALL the details of the Festival below! 2018 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Index 2018 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Booth and Menu Index 2018 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Special Events 2018 Garden Rocks Concert Schedule Epcot Festival Fans Facebook Page 2017 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Menus and FOOD PHOTOS How to Book Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Events Many Epcot Flower and Garden Events are free with your Epcot Admission and require no advance booking. For more details on available events that do require a fee and advance booking, please see our Special Events page. More Fun for Kids at the Flower and Garden Festival And remember, there are plenty of fun activities for kids of all ages at the Festival including Spike’s Pollen Nation Exploration scavenger hunt and the Easter-themed Egg-Stravaganza scavenger hunt! Spike’s Pollen Nation Exploration takes place through May 28, while the Egg-Stravaganza returning to the Festival from March 16 through April 1. Maps for both scavenger hunts are $5.99 plus tax each and guests will receive a springtime surprise when they turn in their completed maps! What dishes do you think your kiddos would enjoy on this list? 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: Best of the Fest! What To Eat at the 2018 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival! What to Eat at the 2018 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Sneak Peek: 2018 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Merchandise View the full article

Happy weekend! We hope you remembered to Spring Forward! Here’s all the Disney food news this week! Frozen Mint Julep Lemonade 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 the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Flyover video! Citrus Swirl has been replaced at the Magic Kingdom. There’s a NEW Mint Julep at Magic Kingdom! We shared six must-do Epcot Food and Wine Festival travel hacks! Have you seen the entrance for Epcot’s Club 33? Check it out! We’re celebrating Daylight Savings with a sale on all DFB Bundles at the DFB Store! We checked out what’s new at the Magic Kingdom this week. Raglan Road’s Mighty St. Patrick’s Festival starts March 16! Tiffins Talks announced for Party for the Planet at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. We reviewed sweets at Gaston’s Tavern in the Magic Kingdom. The best thing AJ ate all week was at Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge! We checked out a new, must-have sundae at The Plaza Ice Cream Parlor in the Magic Kingdom! There’s a new dessert at The Mara in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge! Check out whether Ale & Compass Restaurant is worth a visit. We reviewed breakfast at Flo’s V-8 Cafe in Disney California Adventure. Check out what’s new at Disney’s Animal Kingdom including changes at Satu’li Canteen! New DFB YouTube videos: 9 Rookie Mistakes Not to Make at Disney World and Walt Disney World Trip Hacks. 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: Walt Disney World Trip Hacks 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 – Walt Disney World Trips Hacks. Check it out — and don’t forget to subscribe here. Deal of the Week: 25% off the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2018 is here and we’re celebrating the grand launch 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 600 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. Mama Melrose’s at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is home to one of our favorite steaks at Disney World – thanks in part t to the Mac and Cheese it’s served with! The Mac and Cheese had been replaced last year but now it is back and DFB reader Kevin Mentch had a chance to induldge! Now we’re hungry! Rose Gold Cupcakes are all the rage at Disney World right now and our friend SorcererLori23 enjoyed a Rose Gold Cupcake and a PB&J Cupcake at the All Star Music Resort! Delicious cupcakes! Do you have a favorite Disney Food find? Share your photos with us! On to the Round-Up! Mickey Fix shared this must-have Darth Vader Toaster! WDW for Grownups stopped by Vivoli il Gelato in Disney Springs. Disney Parks Blog shared a recipe for the Peanut Sauce from ‘Ohana at Disney’s Polynesian Resort! Disney Family shared a recipe for a Mickey Waffle 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 Post Round-up: March 4, 2018 Disney Food News Round-up: February 11, 2018 Disney Food Post Round-up: January 28, 2018 View the full article

For ages, the Mint Julep at Disneyland’s Mint Julep Bar in New Orleans Square has been something of a cult classic. Learn About: Casey’s Corner Magic Kingdom Disney World Restaurants That said, even as a classic, it’s been through some changes. Just last summer, the classic bright green, uber minty version received a makeover into what it is now: a lemon-lime refresher with a more subtle mint flavor. Now, you may be thinking: “Okay, fine. What does this have to do with Disney World, which is what I read about in the title?” Well, let me tell you: Disney World’s Magic Kingdom now has its very own Mint Julep at long last, thanks to the arrival of the Mint Julep Lemonade Slushy on the menu at Casey’s Corner! Casey’s Corner menu Casey’s has been one among a myriad of locations in Disney World that have sold the classic Lemonade Slushy for years. But now, Casey’s has stepped it up! That same odwalla® All-Natural Lemonade has now been transformed into the Mint Julep Lemonade Slushy. Frozen Mint Julep Lemonade So, how does it compare to the Disneyland version? Let’s check out the similarities first. For starters, they are both non-alcoholic beverages. If your thoughts — understandably — leap to a bourbon-based cocktail, you can find a good one at the Turf Club Bar and Grill’s lounge. You won’t find one in either Magic Kingdom or Disneyland park (unless you’re at Club 33). Also, the flavor profile on both coasts includes a burst of citrusy lemon. That, however, brings us to our first difference: the new incarnation of the Disneyland Julep emphasizes the lemon a bit over the mint. Disneyland’s Mint Julep But the new Casey’s Julep is mixed with a mint syrup that brings a decent blend of both tastes — lemon and mint — so neither one is in the forefront. Further, the new Julep at Casey’s is a frozen slush, while the Disneyland Julep is on the ol’ rocks. Frozen Mint Julep Lemonade AND for once, Disney World has won the Garnish Game! While we all love Dole Whip in any park, the Disneyland Dole Whip Float has always outshone the Disney World Dole Whip Float thanks to the fun additions of a cherry and one of those adorable teeny-tiny umbrellas. But while the Disneyland Julep is garnished with mint leaves and lemon, the Disney World Julep at Casey’s includes both of those PLUS a cherry. Frozen Mint Julep Lemonade PLUS a Mickey Straw for keeps! Frozen Mint Julep Lemonade Well done, Casey! In fact, well done to YOU whether you drink your Mint Julep in Disney World or Disneyland. Because there’s one more thing both drinks share in common: as we approach Spring Break and the following summer months, these citrusy, minty refreshers are a wonderfully cooling drink on a warm day, so we’re glad to welcome this Mint Julep to Magic Kingdom, too! Don’t Miss Out on the ALL the Best Snacks Walt Disney World Has to Offer! Get four awesome e-Books FULL of Disney park dining advice, bundled for 30% off the already discounted price! Yep, we’ve scoured the parks to find any and all snack choices — from the mundane to the spectacular — and we tell you all about them (with full-color pictures!) in our snack guides! These are updated every year, so you know your guide will be perfect for your upcoming trip, and they’re bundled with our DFB Guide to WDW Dining! This money-saving bundle includes all of the following: The 2017 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, Second Edition The DFB Guide to Magic Kingdom Snacks The DFB Guide to Epcot Snacks The DFB Guide to Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios Snacks All four are being sold together — for 30% off the already hugely discounted bundle price. Use code BUNDLE17 at check out to get the discount. It’s a $63 value for under $30!! With this Bundle of e-books you’ll have everything you need at your fingertips to plan the best Disney World vacation ever. And with our handy e-book format, you can download the Guides to all of your electronic devices and take them with you wherever you go! And with our 100% money-back guarantee, what do you have to lose? Which Mint Julep do you think you’d prefer? 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: Review: The NEW Mint Julep at Disneyland’s Mint Julep Bar Review: NEW Mardi Gras Beignets at Mint Julep Bar in Disneyland Disneyland’s Mint Julep Recipe View the full article

Happy Weekend! We’re back with another DFB Video today, and we’re taking you on a Food Tour of Epcot’s Canada AND Norway Pavilions! School Bread from the Norway Pavilion You may be well aware that Epcot’s Canada boasts Le Cellier Steakhouse, which is home to some terrific Filet Mignon and Signature Poutines. Or perhaps you’ve dined with Disney Princesses in Norway’s Akershus Royal Banquet Hall. But do you know where you can snag some Maple Popcorn? Or where you can find memorable — and memorably named — snacks like School Bread, Troll Horns, and more? We’ll take you to each and every spot to find these (and many more) eats in Epcot’s Norway and Canada Pavilions! 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 thing to eat in Epcot’s Norway and Canada Pavilions? Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: DFB Video: Food Tour of Epcot’s Morocco DFB Video: Food Tour of Epcot’s United Kingdom DFB Video: Food Tour of Epcot’s China View the full article

Every good thing must come to an end? I guess that’s Disney’s philosophy! We’ve got some changes about the beloved Citrus Swirl in the Magic Kingdom to report…and not all of us will be happy. Citrus Swirl Float at Sunshine Tree Terrace in Disney World In Magic Kingdom today we noticed a change on the Sunshine Tree Terrace menu — instead of Citrus Swirl, the iconic park snack was now listed as “Orange Swirl.” New Orange Swirl on Menu at Sunshine Tree Terrace in Magic Kingdom Upon further investigation, we found out that the formula for the Swirl has indeed changed. The original formula for Citrus Swirl when it arrived in the park — and the recipe that’s been used since 2012 when the original formula returned to Magic Kingdom after a hiatus — was basically frozen orange juice swirled with vanilla soft serve. New Orange Swirl is Replacing Citrus Swirl at Sunshine Tree Terrace Now, the formula is straight up orange Dole Whip soft serve and vanilla Dole Whip soft serve — just like it was pre-2012, which is when the original formula came back. Orange Dole Whip Mix Used in Orange Swirl Now So, alas, the Citrus Swirl as we know it and love it is, in fact, gone. Now it’s just orange and vanilla soft serve. The tartness of that frozen orange juice has given way to the sweetness of the soft serve. And that’s, in fact, what we heard from the awesome cast member we spoke to was the goal. Disney wanted a sweeter formulation versus that lovely super-tart option (and, of course, my beloved just-the-citrus version of the former treat, which was all-orange-juice-all-the-time). And it is, indeed, much sweeter. New Orange Swirl Float with Fanta Orange Soda I’m sorry to break the news folks. This is a hard pill to swallow for us here at DFB, but let me know what YOU think! Not everyone loved the Citrus Swirl, so let us know if you’re excited for the Orange swirl! And just FYI, if you order the orange soft serve alone (sans vanilla), it’s a vegan and gluten-free snack just like pineapple dole whip over at Aloha Isle. If you want to take one more peek at the original Citrus Swirl, check out our video here! What do you think about the new Orange Swirl? Let us know your thoughts 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: Citrus Swirl is Back in the Magic Kingdom Secret Menu: Disney World Citrus Swirl…JUST THE CITRUS!!!! News: Citrus Swirl Orange Float at Sunshine Tree Terrace in Disney World View the full article

This week on the Disney Parks Blog, the most compelling visuals weren’t photos – it was a video! A flyover video of the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge expansion to be exact. The video, which was shared during the 2018 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, lets you see the size, scope and amazing detail that’s already being put in place in this new land, which is set to open in 2019. At Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, guests will be transported to the planet of Batuu, a remote outpost on the galaxy’s edge that was once a busy crossroads along the old sub-lightspeed trade routes. Here, guests will find themselves in the middle of the action at two attractions that take detail and immersion to the next level: one that lets guests take the controls of Millennium Falcon on a customized secret mission, and an epic Star Wars adventure that puts guests in the middle of a climactic battle between the First Order and the Resistance. For more news on all-things Star Wars, visit our dedicated page here. View the full article

Excited for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge to open in Disney World and Disneyland in 2019? Wondering what’s going on behind all of those construction walls? Yep — we are, too!! Well, we’ve got a sneak peek for you! Disney Parks has released some awesome drone footage of Galaxy’s Edge and it’s looking incredibly impressive! Galaxy’s Edge Construction in Disneyland Click the play button below to watch the full flyover video of Galaxy’s Edge! Wow, right? Galaxy’s Edge will include a fully immersive experience for guests into the world of Star Wars, including an attraction that puts guests behind the controls of the Millennium Falcon as they take on a customized secret mission. And don’t forget the Star Wars Hotel coming to Walt Disney World, which will be seamlessly connected to Galaxy’s Edge! Click HERE to Read More About Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge — including info on the Star Wars Hotel, Star Wars Restaurants, and More! 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: Star Wars Galactic Nights Returning to Disney’s Hollywood Studios May 27 News! Star Wars Lands — and Star Wars Cantinas — Announced for Disneyland and Disney World! NEW IMAGES! What to Expect From the Disney World Star Wars Hotel! View the full article

For Lexi Marincovich, making wishes come true is part of the job. As an entertainment host at the Disneyland Resort, Lexi facilitates wish visits for children with life-threatening medical conditions, in partnership with Make-A-Wish and other wish-granting organizations. When she was a little girl, Lexi had no idea she would someday be working as a Disneyland Resort cast member. “I was a wish child,” she said. “So when I was little, my mom said she wanted to see an older version of me. This is my shot to show these families that one day their child can work and be healthy.” Each year, the Disneyland Resort grants approximately 750 wishes for children with life-threatening medical conditions. More than half of the wishes include character encounters, hosted by cast members like Lexi. According to Lexi, Disney characters can be a family’s symbol of hope. One wish visit that stood out to her was a child who met Oswald the Lucky Rabbit on Buena Vista Street. The child’s family considered Oswald their lucky rabbit because they would watch his cartoons and read his comics during medical treatments. “Depending on the situation, I will tell the families I was a wish child,” Lexi said. “Working here and still being able to be involved with wishes is the best of both worlds. It means so much to me to give these families the hope and strength they need to get through whatever hardship they’re going through,” she said. Kaavya Chanamolu, age 4, recently had her wish granted at the Disneyland Resort. Kaavya’s wish was to receive a transformation at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, experience “World of Color” and stay at the Disneyland Hotel with her family. A favorite moment was when Kaavya walked hand-in-hand with Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse down Main Street, U.S.A. “To feel the goodness coming from everyone reaffirmed our faith in humanity,” said Kaavya’s mom, Priyanka. “We saw so much joy in Kaavya and the normalcy in her again. Make-A-Wish is so important because emotional healing is what these families need. This was an emotionally elevating experience for us.” Thank you to our amazing cast members like Lexi who make wishes come true every day for Disney Parks guests! View the full article

We’ve said it once, and we’ll say it again: Epcot’s International Food and Wine Festival is a must do at least once in your Disney life. The food is fine, the drinks are tasty, and the celebration is energetic. 2017 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival Logo But we also understand that the Festival can be a little overwhelming. The crowds are the biggest deterrent to guests, and we’ve heard some horror stories about bad guest behavior. So here are some travel hacks from your pals at the DFB, designed to mitigate some of the challenges presented by the Festival and to maximize your good times! 1. Bring a tray. What, you don’t ordinarily pack a tray for your Disney Parks visits? But seriously, when you’re planning to eat (and drink) your way through the Festival, you’re going to need something sturdy to carry all of those flimsy cardboard dishes. Tray with DFB Bumper Sticker! ;) Trays of all kinds and sizes can be found online (Amazon is a solid go-to for purchasing one), so you can find one that you like (or buy the cheapest one and jazz it up!). You’ll thank us later when you don’t have to juggle three plates and two cups at every food booth! Oh, and if you want one of these fancy DFB Food and Wine Tray stickers — here you go!! 2. Buy Disney gift cards at Target with your 5% off Red Card. If you’re like us, you’re already at Target 23 times a week, so this hack shouldn’t be an inconvenience. Put that Target Red Card to good use, and pick up Disney gift cards at a 5% discount. This way, everything you eat and drink at the festival will essentially be 5% off! Makes that Mac and Cheese taste even better. Loaded Mac ‘n’ Cheese with Nueske’s® Pepper Bacon, Cheddar Cheese, Peppers and Green Onions 3. Bring a refillable water bottle. If you’re going to be a Festival commando, you’ll want to stay hydrated. Bring a water bottle from home to refill throughout the day with free ice water (ask for a big cup!) at counter service locations. (Heck, get a glass of water at table service locales, too!) This way you can save your pennies for the specialty eats and drinks and not spend them on bottles of overpriced water! Avoid paying for overpriced water! 4. Buy the DFB Guide to the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival. Seriously. The DFB Guide to Epcot International Food and Wine is a valuable purchase, providing you with all the information you need to plan your visit. From special events to culinary demonstrations, mixology seminars to World Showcase booth grazing, we’ve done it all — and we can help you sort it all out. DFB Guide to the 2018 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival Don’t miss any of the action! Pre-Order your copy NOW! 5. Make a plan of attack before you go. Wrap your head around this massive Festival before you leave home! Get familiar with the layout of the Festival before you arrive — and remember that the booths close to the front of the Park will be busiest first. Consider starting in the middle of the Showcase and working your way out. Check out the Food Booths toward the middle of the Showcase first. And if you want to avoid crazy lines (or any mayhem or foolishness from guests who’ve enjoyed the “Wine” part of the Festival a little too much)? Try visiting in the earlier hours of the day — even spanning your Festival visit over a couple of early afternoons rather than one full afternoon/evening if necessary. Wine Flight 6. Check the menus, and go in with a list. We update our DFB Epcot International Food and Wine pages as soon as information becomes available — and that includes the menus! Hack your visit to the Festival by limiting how much time you have to spend browsing (and fighting the crowds!), and instead make a beeline for the items you definitely want to try. Gotta have that Handwich? Make it happen! Zesty Cheeseburger and Cheddar Cheese Macaroni Handwich Of course, the biggest travel hack of all is to try and relax. This Festival has grown to enormous proportions (35 food booths in 2017!), and that’s part of the challenge and part of the fun. Try to focus on the fun — and the food! — and it’ll all be good! Happy eating, friends! What’s your favorite part of the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival? What’s the biggest challenge you’ve encountered at the Festival? 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: Epcot Food and Wine Festival Tip: Make Your Own Custom DFB Food and Wine Fest Tray! What NOT to Do at the Epcot Food and Wine Festival! New Video: Our Top Tips for the Epcot Food and Wine Festival! View the full article

Pixar Fest is coming to the Disneyland Resort, April 13 through September 3, and in addition to the dazzling new “Together Forever – A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular” and the return of “Paint the Night” parade and Pixar Play Parade, this celebration of friendship and beyond will bring limited-time foods, beverages and merchandise throughout the Disneyland Resort. And today, we’ve got a sneak peek! See how some of your favorite Pixar pals and stories are inspiring delicious treats in unexpected – not to mention photogenic – ways: “Up” Fried-ricksen Bologna Sandwich – Carnation Café, Disneyland park Fredrickson TV Diner – Carnation Café, Disneyland park “Up” Merit Badge Éclair – Jolly Holiday Bakery Café, Disneyland park “Up”-Tart – Nutella Pop Tart Chocolate Fredrickson House & Balloons – Capuccino Cart, Disneyland park “Toy Story” Boot Beer Root Beer Float served in a Souvenir Woody’s Boot – Golden Horseshoe, Disneyland park Jessie’s Berry Jubilee Funnel Cake (House-made funnel cake topped with blueberries, strawberries, chocolate cookie crumbles, crème anglaise, white chocolate, and gold-dusted whipped cream) – Golden Horseshoe, Disneyland park Lots-o’-Straw-“Bear”-y Funnel Cake (Strawberry-cherry topping, strawberry butter and streusel, with spiced syrup drizzle) – Hungry Bear Restaurant, Disneyland park Lots-o’-Straw-“Bear”-y Churro – Tomorrowland, Disneyland park “Coco” Coco Churro (Chocolate and vanilla bean dust and salted cinnamon sugar served with a spiced Mexican chocolate dipping sauce) – Frontierland, Disneyland park “Monsters, Inc.” Mike Wazowski Bread – Pacific Wharf Café, Disney California Adventure park Sulley Premium Popcorn Bucket – All Disneyland Resort popcorn carts Mike Wazowski Sipper – Disney California Adventure park quick-service restaurants You can take this first-ever celebration of friendship home with you – or share it with a friend – with new, limited-time merchandise. Apparel includes Pixar Fest logo tees for adults and kids as well featuring some of your favorite Pixar pals Woody, Buzz, Mike and Sulley – to name just a few. Loungefly is creating a special Pixar Fest leather tote, and a limited release pin will feature the event logo. Be sure to choose this adorable tumbler featuring an illuminated claw reaching down toward an excited alien from “Toy Story.” We’ll have more details to share on special Pixar Fest food and merchandise as we get closer to the April 13 launch, so stay tuned! View the full article

We have incredible news to share that will take kids to infinity and beyond! Starting April 13, 2018, Disney’s Contemporary Resort will introduce a brand-new, playful and immersive Pixar character experience as part of a pilot program. Each night, kids, ages 4-12, will be transported to a world full of excitement and adventure with their favorite characters from Disney•Pixar’s “Toy Story” and “The Incredibles”! It all kicks off with Space Ranger Training where kids will learn how to identify and battle enemies of the Star Command. Then, Woody and Jessie will show them the ropes of the Wild West during Woody’s Roundup. During the Piston Cup Challenge, youngsters will be able to build a race car, then race it on the Radiator Springs Racetrack. And finally, kids will learn some sweet dance moves during the Incredible Dance Party with Mr. Incredible and Mrs. Incredible. What else is on the menu? Games, dinner and dessert, of course! The nightly getaway for kids, ages 4-12, will open doors for registration at 5 p.m. and programming will run from 6-10:30 p.m. for a fee of $65 per child (plus tax). Children must be fully toilet-trained. While the kids play, parents can enjoy their own getaway throughout Walt Disney World Resort. Stay tuned to the Disney Parks Blog for more details and reservation information in the coming days! View the full article

This Sunday we’ll be celebrating Daylight Savings and Springing Forward – and that means one less hour of sleep! That’s the bad news. But we also have some good news for you – we’ve decided to make your weekend a little better and offer some GREAT savings at DFBStore.com in honor of Daylight Savings time! To celebrate Daylight Savings and Springing Forward ALL DFB Bundles are 40% off at the DFB Store with code DAYLIGHT! Maybe you’re planning a Spring Break trip, your summer vacation, or a trip for the 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival. No matter what your plans we have a DFB Guide Bundle for you! And with a 180 day dining booking window and 60 day FastPass+ booking window, it’s NEVER too early to start planning! From our DFB Guide + Snacks Bundle to our Food and Wine Bundle, — these books are MUST reads for anyone heading to the Disney parks this year! BUNDLES Mean BIG Savings! Our Bundles are always a great deal but today they’re an even better deal — you get a collection of some of our best DFB Guides that are already discounted, AND you get an additional 40% off with promo code DAYLIGHT! Looking for the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining but want to read about every single snack in the parks, too? Then check our our DFB Guide + Snacks Bundle! Food and Wine Festival fans will love the Food & Wine Bundle that includes the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining and the pre-order for the 2018 Food & Wine Guide (plus the 2017 edition FREE)! And if you want ALL of it — we have you covered there, too! Check out our DFB Everything Bundle! Wanna know more before you commit? See what other readers just like you are saying about our collection of DFB Guide Books at the DFB Store Testimonials Page! Remember, with a 100% money-back guarantee on all of our guides, you have nothing to lose! Visit the DFB Store today and use promo code DAYLIGHT to get 40% off any DFB Bundle! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: Celebrate Daylight Savings This Weekend With…MORE SAVINGS! Celebrate Daylight Savings with…MORE Savings! Flash Sale! Save 35% off ALL Bundles at the DFB Store! View the full article

Things are starting to heat up here at Walt Disney World Resort and there’s no better way to kickstart your spring break than by paying a visit to Disney’s Water Parks. Whether you’re looking for thrills, relaxation, unique treats or even to learn a new skill, Disney’s Blizzard Beach and Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon have got you covered. So while you prepare for your spring getaway to Walt Disney World Resort, consider these six reasons to add a day at the water parks to your vacation plans. Awesome Thrill Rides: Get your heart pumping at Blizzard Beach by starting your day taking the plunge down Summit Plummet. At 120 feet high, it’s one of the tallest free-fall water attractions in the world and, by reaching speeds up to 55 mph, it’s a thrilling, downhill rush. At Typhoon Lagoon, Crush ‘n’ Gusher takes riders on inflatable rafts through twists, turns, dips and dives. For more thrills, there’s the Toboggan Racers and Slush Gusher at Blizzard Beach, plus Miss Adventure Falls and Hummunga Kowabunga at Typhoon Lagoon. The Blizzard Beach Spring Challenge: With obstacle courses, water slide challenges and other interactive games, the Blizzard Beach Spring Challenge, March 10-11 and March 24-25, is the perfect activity for the entire family. And the winners get to take home sweet Blizzard Beach themed giveaways, too! Unique Lazy Rivers: Castaway Creek and Cross Country Creek are two super relaxing lazy rivers that the whole family can enjoy. Whether floating on inner tubes through ice caves at Blizzard Beach or meandering through a misty rainforest and hidden grotto at Typhoon Lagoon, each lazy river offers an experience you won’t find anywhere else. Private and Relaxing Cabanas: Disney Water Parks offer a private oasis where you can enjoy the water park in a unique way. The Beachcomber Shack Cabanas and Polar Patio Cabanas are premium spaces that provide shade, comfy seating, private lockers and more. While you relax in your Adirondack seats, a service attendant will look after all your food and beverage needs from an a la carte menu. It’s the perfect way for mom and dad to kick back while the kids enjoy the water parks. For reservations and pricing information, please call (407) 939-7529. Unique meals and snacks: There are a variety of unique treats that can be found at Disney Water Parks. You’ll find options such as the slow pulled pork on a burger (with grilled pineapple!), Korean beef or chicken rice bowl, crisp salads and seafood baskets. And dessert? You can’t go wrong with the sand pail sundae – chocolate and vanilla soft-serve ice cream, waffle cone pieces, Oreo cookie pieces, sprinkles, hot fudge, caramel sauce, whipped cream and a cherry on top – or the world-famous warm mini donuts! Learn to Surf at Typhoon Lagoon: Did you know you can book a surf lesson at Typhoon Lagoon? Guests can participate in Learn to Surf at Typhoon Lagoon before the water park opens and spend a couple of hours with professional instructors, trying to catch the perfect wave. Surf lessons come with a light breakfast as well as photography, so you can share your experience with all your friends back home. For more information about how to book surf lessons, call (407) 939-7529. See you at the water parks! View the full article

We recently shared the first 20 of 100 ways you can #GetMoreHappy at the Disneyland Resort, and today, we’ve got 20 more! 21. Sing it if you know it! Join the swashbuckling-est crew you’ve ever met at Pirates of the Caribbean. 22. Hold on as you outrun the First Order on Crait at Star Tours – The Adventures Continue. 23. Jump into your Monstropolis Taxi and take a drive through Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue! (Oh, and don’t forget to file your paperwork.) 24. Gather the younglings and let them join the Force at Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple. 25. Spend a musical moment with the Five & Dime at Disney California Adventure park. 26. Speaking of coinage, start your pressed-coin collection. 27. Get a miniature sneak peek at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Star Wars Launch Bay. 28. At Clarabelle’s Hand Scooped Ice Cream, enjoy an ice cream sundae that includes everything AND the kitchen sink. 29. Take your first steps into a larger world and create your own lightsaber at The Star Trader. 30. See what friends you can find inside the music box over in Fantasy Faire. 31. Go give Chewbacca a hug at Star Wars Launch Bay. 32. Satisfy your “Frozen” fix with “Frozen – Live at the Hyperion” in Hollywood Land. 33. Find Rex at Star Tours – The Adventures Continue. 34. Get your silhouette made at the Silhouette Studio on Main Street, U.S.A. (They always find your good side.) 35. Think you know which Disney character you’re most like? Think again. Discover who you’re most like in The Beast’s Library at the Disney Animation Building. 36. We all need a droid sidekick. Assemble your own at The Star Trader. 37. Learn to fly with Goofy at Goofy’s Sky School. (What could go wrong?) 38. Relive some of your favorite Star Wars moments at Star Wars: Path of the Jedi. 39. Find the candy corn, watermelon, animal crackers and more on Heimlich’s Chew Chew Train. 40. Cue the Imperial March and meet the Sith Lord himself, Darth Vader, at Star Wars Launch Bay. Check back soon for another 20 as we count the ways to #GetMoreHappy at the Disneyland Resort. View the full article

Shanghai Disney Resort is buzzing with exciting new experiences and seasonal offerings over the next few months! With so much going on, we put together a quick guide to make the most of your next visit. 1. Disney·Pixar Toy Story Land – The highly-anticipated Disney·Pixar Toy Story Land will open at Shanghai Disneyland on April 26 with three new attractions: Slinky Dog Spin, Rex’s Racer and Woody’s Round-Up. Guests can already visit the imaginatively themed Toy Box Café which opened last month. 2. Egg-Tastic Festivities – The resort’s popular egg scavenger hunt returns again this year with large sculpted eggs appearing in the Gardens of Imagination and Disneytown. In celebration of Disney·Pixar Toy Story Land, several new eggs will feature fan-favorite Toy Story characters. 3. Colorful Photo Ops – Warm weather brings with it blooming flowers, flowering trees, shrubs and perennials throughout Shanghai Disney Resort. To celebrate the colorful season, guests can snap a photo with Floral Minnie at the entrance to Shanghai Disneyland, created with thousands of beautiful flowers. Inside the park, guests can also find exotic tropical flowers in Treasure Cove and Adventure Isle, as well as quaint flower boxes in Fantasyland. 4. Everything StellaLou – This lovable lavender rabbit made her first appearance at Tokyo Disney Resort and Hong Kong Disneyland Resort last year, and now she’s danced her way to Shanghai. Guests can meet StellaLou alongside Duffy and his friends on Mickey Avenue, pick up exclusive new merchandise at Sweethearts Confectionary and try sweet new treats at Remy’s Patisserie and Il Paperino to celebrate her arrival. 5. New Performances – A new show will begin in front of the Whistle Stop Shop, featuring Mickey, Minnie, Duffy, ShellieMay, Gelatoni and StellaLou. Guests will be invited to join the show as StellaLou leads the crowd in a fun choreographed number. Gelatoni and StellaLou will also join the cast of the popular character gathering in Celebration Square every morning until June 1. 6. Seasonal Merchandise – For a limited time, guests at Shanghai Disney Resort will find dozens of specially designed merchandise featuring spring colors and designs, including a Judy Hopps egg-shaped plush cross-bag, seasonal costumes for Duffy and ShellieMay, and limited-release trading pins. 7. Celebrate Earth – New interactive nature-based activities will take place throughout the resort in April, including a “Celebrate Earth Spring Carnival” in Disneytown from April 13-22. Families and friends can join in a springtime lawn party on the weekends, and booths will pop up along the Lakeshore area with fun educational activites. Let us know in the comments below what you’re most excited to see and do during your next visit to Shanghai Disney Resort! View the full article

There have been some changes in Epcot’s American Adventure Pavilion as of late. Just recently, the Pavilion’s attraction, The American Adventure, debuted an updated film finale and anthem. America Pavilion in Epcot But there’s been a less noticeable change in the Pavilion, too — however small doesn’t mean insignificant. To the right facing the Pavilion’s theater entrance is a new addition. Door allowing access to stairwells for Upstairs Lounge Previous attendees of the Epcot Food and Wine Festival may recognize this door which opens to the staircase that bring guests to the upstairs lounge, as the space used to serve as the Chase Visa lounge for the Festival. However, it appears the spot may serve a different purpose soon, as it is rumored that the upstairs lounge is being transformed into the new Club 33 Lounge in Epcot. And this new doorbell and magic band reader is in place, just waiting to be put into use by future Club 33 Members. Doorbell next to door Club 33 is legendary for its original location in Disneyland. Accessible by members only, the space was originally designed by Walt Disney and used to entertain friends and VIPs. These days, access is gained via a hefty initial membership fee in addition to annual dues. It was confirmed last year that Club 33 locations would be coming to Walt Disney World for the first time, with one location coming to each park. The American Adventure upstairs location has long been rumored as the designated space for Epcot. And the arrival of this doorbell echoes the iconic doorbell in Disneyland. Though there is a difference: as you can see in the photo, a reader is located below the doorbell, presumably to utilize RFID technology for granting access. Wonder what it’s like to dine at Disneyland’s Club 33? Check out our #OnTheList Club 33 dining experience! We can’t wait to bring you more news on this developing story as the Club 33 locations in Walt Disney World get closer to opening! What are your thoughts on the Club 33 locations coming to Disney World? 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: Walt Disney World Club 33 Lounges May Be Opening Soon NEWS: Club 33 Sales Have Started for Walt Disney World Resort Club 33 Policy Changes…and Introducing Club 1901 View the full article

Disney’s Star Wars land doesn’t seem to be that far, far away anymore as new video shows construction progress on the massive expansion that is happening at both Disneyland and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The drone flyover footage is from Disneyland’s version, which will open ahead of the Walt... View the full article