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The dedication ceremony for Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park will be livestreamed, Walt Disney World has announced. Folks everywhere will be able to see the proceedings at 10:55 a.m. Eastern time on Friday, June 29, via the official Disney Parks Blog (www.disneysparksblog.com).... View the full article

Hooray! For those of you busy making plans at home, we’ve got more information for the 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival for you today! Epcot Food and Wine Festival Center The Festival Center is something of a home base during the Epcot Food and Wine Festival. While it’s home to Festival merchandise, the Back to Basics series, bottle signings, and more, there are also new options coming to the Festival Center this year that we want you to know about! (These are in addition to that new Mimosa Bar that we can’t wait to learn more about!) Junior Chef Kitchen presented by Krusteaz® While we’ve know that the Junior Chef Kitchen presented by Krusteaz® would be joining the Festival this year, now we have dates and times for this new event, which will welcome kids to make pancake creations under the guidance of a Disney Chef! Junior Chefs will decorate their own pancakes Check our Seminars and Demonstrations page for dates, times, and more information for the Junior Chef Kitchen! Festival Center Stage Presented by Joffrey’s Visit the new Festival Center Stage Presented by Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company®, which will present the process that goes into creating your cup of joe. Joffrey’s Coffee in Epcot Guests will have the opportunity to purchase select bags from Joffrey’s Specialty Disney Coffee Collection, too! (Look for Disney Mickey’s 90th Anniversary Blend among the choices!) Returning to the Festival Center Of course, you will be able to continue to pick up your Festival Passport at the Festival Center (as well as other locations around Epcot). Ditto for the Mini Festival Gift Card on a wearable wristlet, which can be activated for any amount at $15 and up. 2017’s Food and Wine Festival Passport Back to Basics will return as well! Find dates and times here, and stay tuned for information on the 2018 presenters for these Seminars! Be on the lookout in your daily Times Guide for Book Signings and Meet & Greet opportunities with authors and industry personalities! Bottle Signings will happen in the Festival Center again, as well. Chef Cat Cora Book Signing at the Epcot Food and Wine Festival More returning experiences include The Chocolate Experience: From Bean to the Bar Hosted by Ghirardelli® Chocolate Company (including chocolate samples!). The Chocolate Experience: From the Bean to the Bar And, of course, you’ll be able to grab Festival merchandise and visit the Festival Wine Shop as well. Marketplace Wines For Sale by the Bottle See ALL the details on the Epcot Food and Wine Festival Here! The Festival Center will open at 9:00 am daily throughout the Food and Wine Festival. Will we see you there?! Want to stay informed of ALL the Disney News?? Sign Up for the Disney Food Blog Newsletter and don’t miss a thing! Click HERE to subscribe! 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 start planning now! 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! Don’t miss a moment of the fun! Use code Chefs at check-out for a 20% off the cover price! Do you visit the Festival Center when you go to the Epcot Food and Wine Festival? 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: BREAKING!!! 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival NEW Events, Eats, Booking Dates, and More! 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Dates!!! 2009 Epcot Food and Wine Festival: Festival Center View the full article

Planet Hollywood at Disney Springs may be known for their selection of tasty burgers and sandwiches by celebrity Chef Guy Fieri, but did you know that Planet Hollywood also dishes up amazing hand-dipped milkshakes – at a rate of about 5,000 per month? When it comes to sweet treats, Planet Hollywood’s shakes can’t be beat: the Cosmic Cotton Candy shake is topped with jelly beans, cotton candy and a lollipop; the Strawberry Big Bang comes topped with a slice of cake; and Chocolate Comet complete with a brownie, M&Ms and candy bar. Get an eyeful of these tasty treats in the video above. View the full article

The grand opening of Toy Story Land is almost here! Join us on Friday, June 29 at 10:55 a.m. ET, for a #DisneyParksLIVE stream of the grand opening ceremony, as we join Woody, Buzz and Jessie to officially welcome this charming new land to Disney’s Hollywood Studios. At Toy Story Land, guests can join in on the fun Woody, Jessie, Buzz, and Andy’s other beloved toys are having in Andy’s backyard. Here, guests can ride Slinky Dog Dash, a roller coaster Andy has assembled from his Mega Coaster Play Kit, take a spin on Alien Swirling Saucers, walk through a new carnival game box to experience Toy Story Mania!, grab a tasty snack at Woody’s Lunchbox – and even meet some of the characters from “Toy Story” films. Gallery Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios view all To tune in, simply visit the Disney Parks Blog at 10:55 a.m. on June 29. A blog post will appear at the top of the site with the live stream. You can also watch by visiting the Disney Parks Blog Facebook page or on Twitter @DisneyParks. In the meantime, tell us in the comments section below where you’ll be watching from and who you’ll be watching with. View the full article

Today we have a special look to share with you of the first night the Toy Story Land project team tested the land’s amazing nighttime audio and lighting effects. The nighttime look for Toy Story Land combines vibrant lighting with fun music and special effects that together keep the land looking playful and fun long into the evening hours. According to Imagineer Ryan Wineinger, seeing Toy Story Land lit up at night first time really wowed the project team. “When you’re collaborating with Show Lighting and Pixar and composers, you think you understand just how dynamic it’s going to be when it comes together,” Ryan said. “But frankly nothing can really prepare you for the moment when you see all of that come together in harmony like it has tonight.” And, according to Imagineer Dave Miniciello, experiencing the land’s two new attractions after dark makes the attractions thrilling in a whole new way. “Riding Slinky Dog for the first time and riding tonight with the lighting and special effects and audio was so exciting,” Dave said. “After so many years of developing the different pieces, seeing it here in Toy Story Land all together with the Pixar team has been monumental for us.” View the full article

The fun hasn’t stopped on Pixar Pier! Disney California Adventure’s newest Land in Disneyland Resort celebrates the fun and friendship represented by the films of Pixar. Pixar Pier! We’ve had a blast covering every inch of Pixar Pier, and we’ve already brought you our full review of Lamplight Lounge. But today we’re starting our stop-by-stop tour of the new snack kiosks on Pixar Pier. Though we showed you all of them while we were Live at Pixar Pier, we’ll start our one-by-one kiosk close-up at Jack-Jack Cookie Num Nums! Jack-Jack Cookie Num Nums Pixar Pier is divided up into four neighborhoods dedicated to various Pixar films and characters. And our first stop is in Incredibles Park, right in the shadow of the Incredicoaster… Heading to the Incredicoaster That’s where you’ll find Jack-Jack Cookie Num Nums, which ties directly into the story behind the Incredicoaster. The Incredibles are being honored by their hometown, Municiberg, with the coaster. But there’s a small problem. Jack-Jack, along with Edna Mode, isn’t tall enough to ride. So he and Edna are sent to the VIP Lounge to wait things out… until Jack-Jack escapes. Jack-Jack So it’s time to chase Jack-Jack (by way of the coaster) and tempt him with COOKIES to get him back! Jack-Jack Cookie Num Num Yes. COOKIES!!! Jack-Jack Cookie Num Nums Menu Along with plenty to wash it down! Jack-Jack Cookie Num Nums Items The signature item is the Jack-Jack Cookie Num Num. Jack-Jack Cookie Num Num Jack-Jack Cookie Num Num This huge, rich, super think, chunky chocolate chip cookie is served WARM and gooey. Oven at Jack-Jack Cookie Num Nums And that makes all the difference… from the fragrance of the cookies when you’re near the Incredicoaster to the ooey, gooey, melty chocolate chips tucked generously throughout the brown butter cookie. Jack-Jack Cookie Num Num That extra step of warming the cookies makes this the most epic version of the comforting cookie classic that you can find. Jack-Jack Cookie Num Num You know, “scrumptious” is a word I rarely use. But it fits, in this case. These are indeed scrumptious, and you can’t miss having a Jack-Jack Cookie Num Num on your trip to Pixar Pier! The IncrediCookie provides a gluten-friendly option. IncrediCookie Complete with a dollop of blackberry jam, this well-thought-out option gives gluten-free guests a chance to not miss out on any of the num-num-fun! The best part — IT WAS DELICIOUS. Honestly rivaled the num-num for my favorite cookie option here. IncrediCookie Finally, the Jack-Jack Shortbread Cookie rounds out the choices, topped with orange icing and a mini Jack-Jack :). Jack-Jack Shortbread Cookie This one was pretty meh. It had a lemony flavor to it and was fine. But compared to the other two cookies it was sorely lacking. Of course, you can’t possibly enjoy a nice, warm cookie without the experience being accompanied by a craving for some MILK! You can certainly grab some standard, plain milk, but Nesquik Chocolate and Strawberry are also available, along with Soy Milk (Pearl Organic) plus an option I think a lot of people will be happy to see: Vanilla Almond Milk by Silk. Nesquik Strawberry Milk So, feel free to mix things up a little! No matter which drink you pair with your cookie, Jack-Jack Cookie Num Nums is already staking its claim as a must-stop on Pixar Pier! There is SO much more fun to be had on Pixar Pier! See it ALL here!! Remember… you’ll find Jack Jack’s right near the Incredicoaster. So before we go, why don’t you join us on a ride ? Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disneyland to experience their new location. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ 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: Sneak Peek! MORE Fun Food Coming to Pixar Pier… Jack-Jack Cookie Num Nums, Caliente Churros and MORE! FIRST LOOK: The NEW Jack Jacks Cookie Num Nums on Pixar Pier in Disneyland Resort! Review! Poultry Palace at Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure View the full article

¡Hola! from Señor Buzz at Señor Buzz Churros! Located on Toy Story Boardwalk at the brand new Pixar Pier, the Churro stop features one of the most classic of all Disneyland snacks, plus a variation on said classic. Señor Buzz Churros Just like in Toy Story 3, Buzz is stuck in Spanish mode! Senor Buzz Churros! And you can’t miss the kiosk itself, which is decorated in Buzz Lightyear’s signature colors of bright green and purple, dotted with shimmering stars and flying rockets. Señor Buzz Churros As a side note, you can catch a glimpse of the top of the nearby umbrella in the image above and its Luxo Ball design. Similar to Poultry Palace (also located on Toy Story Boardwalk), the kiosk is made to resemble a carrying package — in this instance, for a multi-pack case of twenty-five “hot & crispy” Churros! Señor Buzz Churros Hot & Crispy Churros! Your choices are the Cinnamon Sugar Galaxy Churro and the Caliente Churro! Señor Buzz Churros Menu Caliente Churro and Cinnamon Sugar Galaxy Churro Though the Cinnamon Sugar Galaxy Churro has a new galactic name, it’s really your basic Cinnamon Sugar Churrro… albeit with just a little extra space dust (by way of edible glitter). Cinnamon Sugar Galaxy Churro The Caliente Churro, on the other hand, is a new variety of this go-to Disneyland treat. Caliente Churro From the name, I was thinking it might be more of a savory or Tanjin chili-lime take. But the flavor is actually straight up cinnamon Red Hots. So, if you are a fan of that candy, order yourself up a Caliente! For now, we’re off “To Infinity… AND BEYOND!!” Or just to the rest of Pixar Pier . We’ll see you back here real soon! There is SO much more fun to be had on Pixar Pier! See it ALL here!! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. We were invited by Disneyland to experience their new locations. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ 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: Sneak Peek! MORE Fun Food Coming to Pixar Pier… Jack-Jack Cookie Num Nums, Caliente Churros and MORE! Review! Poultry Palace at Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Review: Galactic Churros at Disney California Adventure Park’s Summer of Heroes! View the full article

It sure is a week for openings, isn’t it?! First, we just welcomed Pixar Pier to Disney California Adventure. And this Saturday, we’ll see the opening of Toy Story Land in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! And now, ANOTHER opening date has been announced… for Terralina Crafted Italian in Disney Springs! Chef Tony Mantuano ©Terralina Crafted Italian This Italian eatery headed by James Beard Award-winning Chef Tony Mantuano takes the place of the spot formerly known as Portobello Country Italian Trattoria in The Landing of Disney Springs. Facebook Post ©Terralina Crafted Italian The opening date is set for this Thursday, June 28th, according to the restaurant’s Facebook page! As of the time we are publishing this post, Advance Dining Reservations are currently available via the Disney World website for dates starting July 30th. However, now that an opening date has been officially announced, it’s possible booking dates will open up earlier. And, in looking at Terralina Crafted Italian’s website, it seems reservations will also be made available via OpenTable soon. To see the full menu for Terralina Crafted Italian, click here! Welcome (soon!) to Disney Springs, Terralina Crafted Italian! We’re looking forward to seeing you open later this week! Want to stay informed of ALL the Disney News?? Sign Up for the Disney Food Blog Newsletter and don’t miss a thing! Click HERE to subscribe! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Details! The 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, is now available! With more than 650 pages, the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 20+ years of visits. We’ve done the research for you, so you’ll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family’s needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you’ll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2018 to save 25% today! Use code WDW2018 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you planning to dine at Terralina Crafted Italian? 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: Advance Dining Reservations for Terralina Crafted Italian Now Available A #SneakPeek at Menu Items for Terralina Crafted Italian in Disney Springs What’s on the Full Menu at the NEW Terralina Crafted Italian in Disney Springs? View the full article

Guardians of the Galaxy – Awesome Mix Live! show debuted earlier this month at Epcot – and guests are loving it! In the show at the America Gardens Theatre in World Showcase, Star-Lord and Gamora from the “Guardians of the Galaxy” joins forces with a live band visiting from the planet Xandar to take guests on a musical journey through the cosmos. Guardians of the Galaxy – Awesome Mix Live! features hits from Star-Lord’s Awesome Mixtapes – fun and favorite tunes from the two movie soundtracks. You can catch the show daily through Aug. 19 as a part of Walt Disney World Resort’s Incredible Summer offerings. Check out the video above for a look inside the show. View the full article

The animated film “Pocahontas” debuted in theaters on June 23, and in honor of the film, we have a brand-new Disney Parks Blog wallpaper to share with you. To choose a design, simply click on the image above and you’ll find a desktop wallpaper. Be sure to check out the terms of use about using the wallpaper before you download it. Want to check out other designs? Visit our complete gallery of wallpapers. View the full article

Have a hankerin’ for a Jumbo Turkey Leg while you’re at Pixar Pier? Then just look for this GIANT FUN MEAL… Poultry Palace … by the name of Poultry Palace! We’re continuing our reviews of each new food kiosk on the brand new Pixar Pier. (You can see every single stop along Disney California Adventure’s newest Land here.) You’ll find Poultry Palace on Toy Story Boardwalk — one of the land’s four neighborhoods inspired by the films and characters of Pixar. In the case of Poultry Palace, inspiration comes from the Pixar short “Toy Story Toon: Small Fry.” And this kiosk also happens to be a terrific photo op… (FYI, fun size Zurg is supposed to be the “toy” in the fun meal, but it seems he hasn’t arrived, yet.) Poultry Palace And it delivers an absolute Disney classic along with some new items all its own. The prime poultry in the palace is, of course, Jumbo Smoked Turkey Legs. Poultry Palace Menu A Chicken Drumstick Box is also up for grabs as well as Corn on the Cob in your choice of classic buttered or chili-lime. Poultry Palace Menu and Cast Members Since we’ve had more than a few Turkey Legs in our day, we went for the new item: the Chicken Drumstick Box. Poultry Palace Chicken Drumsticks Box It’s comes complete with coleslaw, all presented in my new favorite packaging in all of Disneyland Resort! Poultry Palace Chicken Drumsticks Box with coleslaw The trio of seasoned drumsticks is totally sharable. Three Drumsticks And I think our Disneyland Correspondent, Heather Sievers (@diningindisney on Instagram) described it best when she said that the drumsticks “reminded me of Shake ’n Bake.” Chicken Drumstick Or, to put it another way… they’re okay. But that’s about all they are — just okay, but nothing special. I wouldn’t go out of my way again to get these, with much better options directly in the vicinity. The coleslaw is, of course, fairly standard (though I liked that it wasn’t sopping in dressing), and a natural accompaniment. Coleslaw But your other choice to enjoy along with your poultry — or simply on its own — is Corn on the Cob in either Chili-Lime or Buttered. Corn on the Cob We went with the classic since it just always goes so well with chicken. Served hot and fresh, it didn’t disappoint. We’ve still got a few more stops on the Pier to take you along, so join us right back here soon! There is SO much more fun to be had on Pixar Pier! See it ALL here!! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. We were invited by Disneyland to experience their new location. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ 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! Angry Dogs at Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Sneak Peek! MORE Fun Food Coming to Pixar Pier… Jack-Jack Cookie Num Nums, Caliente Churros and MORE! Review! The New Lamplight Lounge on Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure! View the full article

Anger from Inside Out is serving up hot dogs at Pixar Pier… Angry Dogs But not just any ol’ dogs… they’re Angry Dogs! Anger! Angry Dogs is one of five food kiosks on the brand new Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure. You can see everything on Pixar Pier right here, but let’s take a closer look at Angry Dogs on the Pixar Promenade! Angry Dogs The menu is short, but sweet… or maybe I should say short, but spicy. Because the only items on the menu are the Angry Dog, and the brilliantly named Slightly Annoyed Dog. Angry Dogs Menu Angry Dogs are served with Flamin’ Hot Fries®, while Slightly Annoyed Dogs are served with potato chips. Side options Now, I know that “spicy” is in the taste of the beholder, but the all-beef Angry Dog really does deliver some heat! It’s packed with flavor. Angry Dog and Hot Fries But if you feel the need to kick things up another notch, there are more than a couple of ways to do that. The first method comes by way of the condiment dispenser, which features more cute names in keeping with the theme of this particular Emotion from Inside Out. Condiment Dispenser You can go “Raging” with Buffalo Hot Sauce, “Agitated” with Brown Mustard… Condiment Dispensers … “Displeased” with Yellow Mustard,” or “Keeping it Together” with Ketchup. Condiment Dispensers There are additional condiment packets, too, with mayo and sweet relish. Mayo Packets Sweet Relish Or you could go all out with the heat by adding Sriracha Ketchup! Sriracha Ketchup Another way to kick things up? You could try our very first Disney Food Hack on Pixar Pier! And you don’t even have to make another stop to do it. Just take those Flamin’ Hot Fries that came with your Angry Dog, stick a few on top, and… Angry Dog topped with Flamin’ Hot Fries VOILA!! Angry Dog with Flamin’ Hot Fries And don’t worry… for those who really aren’t into all that hot stuff, rest assured: the Slightly Annoyed Dog is pretty much a regular hot dog. Slightly Annoyed Dog with Chips Of course, if you want to strike some balance in between this full range of emotions, you still have full access to the super fun condiment options no matter which dog you choose. So, what’s it gonna be for you? Are you going to get ANGRY?!? Anger Or just, you know, “Slightly Annoyed” ? There is SO much more fun to be had on Pixar Pier! See it ALL here!! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disneyland to experience their new location. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ 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: Sneak Peek! MORE Fun Food Coming to Pixar Pier… Jack-Jack Cookie Num Nums, Caliente Churros and MORE! Review! The New Lamplight Lounge on Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure! Pixar Fest Food Guide Now Including Food from Pixar Pier! View the full article

If you’re heading to the opening of Toy Story Land this Saturday at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you should expect to wait. Huge crowds will lead to long lines at the rides and other attractions in the new area of the park. One expert predicts waiting for the marque ride, Slinky Dog Dash, could... View the full article

Hey, friends! We JUST got back from Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure, and we’re back with another DFB Video today to tell you all about it!! Pixar Pier! We have had an absolute BLAST at Pixar Pier, and we are so excited to share all of our adventures in this brand new Land in our latest DFB YouTube Video! Join us on the Pier to check out all the new eats and attractions… and learn a few secrets we gathered along the way! 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: Are you planning to visit the new Pixar Pier? 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: Pixar Fest Must-Eats in Disneyland! DFB Video: 5 NEW and COMING SOON Disneyland Dining Spots DFB Video: The Newest Disneyland Must-Eat Snacks! View the full article

This week’s Disney Doodle takes a look at what Giselle from “Enchanted” would do if she had a chance to visit a Walt Disney World Resort theme park. According to artist Ashley Taylor, Giselle, who at the end of the film established her own fashion line called Andalasia Fashions, would likely seek out some terrific Disney styles on a visit here. And where better but The Dress Shop at Disney Springs? “When the Disney Dress Shop opened, I instantly thought of Andalasia Fashions from the movie Enchanted,” Ashley said. “I’m sure Giselle would love to check out all of the new dresses The Dress Shop has to offer!” View the full article

Bright skies, blue water, bustling towns and tranquil beaches … there is so much to love about the Caribbean! And with dozens of uniquely distinct destinations to discover, it doesn’t matter if you choose the vibrant Western Caribbean — featuring hot spots like Grand Cayman and Cozumel, Mexico — or the dazzling Eastern Caribbean — with highlights in the exquisite Virgin Islands. Our weeklong Caribbean itineraries combine these world-renowned tropical destinations with the ease and indulgence of an ocean cruise, plus all the magical moments, exceptional service and family fun of a Disney vacation. With all there is to do and see, it’s a good thing guests have seven nights to enjoy this three-in-one vacation experience! In need of a tropical escape yourself? Try this video for an instant vacation* on a weeklong Caribbean adventure! *Sunshine and fruity drink not included. View the full article

This summer means lots of sunshine and all-new reasons to visit Hong Kong Disneyland! With exclusive entertainment, specialty treats and more than 100 new merchandise items on sale, guests are in for a splashing good time. The “Pixar Water Play Street Party!” can be seen on Main Street, U.S.A., with favorite Disney·Pixar characters including Mr. and Mrs. Incredible from The Incredibles, Woody and Buzz from Toy Story, Joy and Sadness from Inside Out, and Russell and Dug from Up. Guests can also meet Mr. and Mrs. Incredible, Frozone and Edna Mode in Tomorrowland. The atmosphere stage show “Moana: A Homecoming Celebration” is now open in an entirely new outdoor venue located in Adventureland. Jam-packed with inspirational visual storytelling, dancing, puppetry and music, this show recounts Moana’s quest to restore the heart of Te Fiti. For even more entertainment, guests can enjoy the vibrant and colorful “We Love Mickey!” Projection Show every night along Main Street, U.S.A. Dozens of new delectable choices are on sale across the resort this summer, including Moana-inspired snacks and Incredibles-themed specialty drinks. Adding to the fun are exclusive merchandise items like the all-new huge plush collections based on The Incredibles and Moana, and guests staying in resort hotels are in for a treat with new poolside activities themed to Moana. Beginning July 3, fans of Duffy and friends will also be the first in the world to welcome a new friend of Duffy. There’s so much to do and see at Hong Kong Disneyland this summer! Join in the fun now through September 2. View the full article

There is a chill in the air, can you feel it? It’s the magical chill that can be felt from Mickey’s Not- So-Scary Halloween Party that is actually not so far away. Walt Disney World Resort recently released the dates for 2018, and the Disney Parks Moms Panelists are as excited as a child preparing for trick-or-treating. The 2018 dates are: August 17, 24, 28 and 31 September 3, 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28 and 30 October 2, 4, 5, 8, 9, 11, 12, 14, 16, 18, 19, 21, 23, 25, 26, 28, 30 and 31 As Stephanie S. explains, the popular party is a special ticketed event. “The party officially begins at 7:00, however guests with tickets to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party are often allowed early entry to Magic Kingdom Park. If you would like to enter Magic Kingdom Park any earlier, you will need a regular theme park ticket.” Ticket prices vary based on event night. There is a $10 advance purchase discount available for all event dates with the exception of October 31, 2018, when full day-of purchase price will apply. Be sure to purchase your tickets online and after you buy them, remember they can also be linked to your MagicBand! Guests are encouraged to wear costumes, but as Lynne C. reminds, there are certain rules regarding the costumes you can and cannot wear. Adults, feel free to paint your face, but no masks for guests 14 years of age or older. What should little ones expect? As the name suggests, it truly is a night of “Not-So-Scary” fun, but some may wonder if it might be too much for the tiniest of guests. Beth S. believes if your children are comfortable walking around Magic Kingdom Park on a non-Halloween-themed night, they will be super excited to do so during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party while dressed up in costume and having their treat bag filled with candy! “With that being said, you know your little pumpkins best. I recommend searching online for other guests’ family videos of this fun evening to give you an even better idea of what the atmosphere is like. My family had so much fun and can’t wait to experience it again!” Along with costumes and trick-or-treating, guests are also in for a spooktacular treat with the “Boo-to-You” Halloween Parade, the “Hocus Pocus Villain Spectacular” and the “Happy HalloWishes” fireworks show. A new dance show is set for 2018, Storybook Circus Disney Junior Jam, as well as new twists on several beloved attractions. Take a fresh spin on the Mad Tea Party and join rookie pirates as they take on the search for “Gunpowder Pete” at Pirates of the Caribbean. On Space Mountain you will turn and twist through space with an all-new soundtrack. It truly is an amazing Halloween event, and one Anna S. encourages everyone to make it a point to attend. “It’s fun. I think you can see and do more during the party than during a day in the park, and you’ll make memories you’ll have for a lifetime.” For more information on Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, or for general Disney vacation planning tips, be sure to visit DisneyParksMomsPanel.com for a personalized response from our knowledgeable panel. View the full article

Bon día! There’s no better way to kick off the week than with this gorgeous early morning photo of Park Güell, taken on the Adventures by Disney Barcelona Short Escape vacation. This is just one of the many lively spots you can explore during this 4-day, 3-night journey through Barcelona with Adventures by Disney. On this trip, adventurers also enjoy a privately guided tour of the stunning La Sagrada Família, feast on traditional tapas while watching Flamenco dancers perform, hike to a monastery embedded in a hillside rock formation and so much more. And, you can even combine your Barcelona Short Escape with a cruise on the Disney Magic through the Mediterranean, creating a magical vacation on both land and sea! Barcelona is just one Adventures by Disney Short Escape vacation option. You can also enjoy quick getaways to Southern California, Rome and Copenhagen. Where do you want to visit first? View the full article

On a summer day at a Disney theme park, it’s inevitable that visitors will stand in line to ride the new attractions at Toy Story Land when it opens this Saturday. But how busy will it be to see Woody and Buzz? To prepare for the crowds, Disney is opening Hollywood Studios earlier and closing it... View the full article

Walt Disney World has been incorporating Pixar properties into its theme parks since before it purchased the filmmaker in 2006. It has used the characters, themes and design to revamp attractions, and it has created some from scratch. Visitors have seen Mr. Incredible parade through Hollywood Studios,... View the full article

Happy weekend! Here’s all the Disney food news this week! Lobster Nachos PIXAR PIER IS OPEN in Disneyland Resort!!! Click here to see ALL of our coverage!! Booking is NOW OPEN for the 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival! Find out EVERYTHING you need to know about the festival on our Epcot Food and Wine Festival pages! Pixar Fest is ON at Disneyland Resort! This fun festival runs through September 3! Click here to get a checklist for ALL the food at Pixar Fest and see our review! And it’s time to get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2018 e-book! Save 25% now with code wdw2018! We have a lot to share with you this week, so let’s jump right in… Disney Food News We were LIVE at Pixar Pier all weekend and have so many updates! The Pixar Fest Food Guide now features food from Pixar Pier. There’s even MORE food coming to Pixar Pier – check it out here! We have details on Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff coming soon to Pixar Pier! We checked out the NEW Lamplight Lounge at Pixar Pier! And you’ve got to see the secret dining room! The 2019 vacation packages and Disney Dining Plan details were announced! Check out our review of the classic Napoleon at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! We reviewed lunch at Contempo Cafe at Disney’s Contemporary Resort! Pigs + Pints is happening today at Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs. A new and unique Fall Into Magic Vacation Package was announced for this fall. You’ve gotta see the newest Minnie Mouse ears coming to the Disney Parks. We checked out what’s NEW at Disney’s Animal Kingdom and several resort hotels. There’s a new, MUST-HAVE refillable popcorn bucket at Disney World! Check out the new Churro Ice Cream Sandwich at the Magic Kingdom. We’re talking about new Pixar Chocolate Mousse Brownie at Disney World. We reviewed the new Happily Ever After AFTER Fireworks Dessert Party. There’s an exciting new feature on the My Disney Experience app. We discovered another mermaid cupcake making a splash at Disney World. Check out the new lemon treats at Disneyland’s Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe! New DFB YouTube videos: Tips for Eating Gluten Free at Disney World, Six Surprising Disney Trends for 2018, The Newest Disneyland Must-Eat Snacks, and the Best Counter Service Breakfasts at Disney World. 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: Disney World’s Best Counter Service Breakfasts 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 — the Best Counter Service Breakfasts at Disney World! Check it out — and don’t forget to subscribe here. Deal of the Week: DFB’s 180 Days ’til Christmas Sale with Code 180Days Restaurants at Disney World start booking for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day NEXT WEEK!!! And, we don’t want you to miss out. So it’s time to start planning. And to help you with all your holiday visit planning, we’ve got THREE great offers starting today that are all yours until June 28th! 180 Days ‘Til Christmas Sale — 3 Great Ways to SAVE! 1) 30% Off the DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays 2018 Edition (Plus 2017 Guide FREE!) Get 30% off when you pre-order your copy of the DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays 2018 e-book during our 180 Days ‘Til Christmas Sale! Just use code 180Days at check-out to get the discount. And if that’s not enough to persuade you, remember you can instantly download the 2017 Guide for FREE and start your planning — today! We’ll share our favorite spots for holiday meals, but it’s not just about food in this one! We give advice and tips on all of the holiday events, hundreds of photos, and more! You’ll then receive the 2018 Guide via email automatically as soon as it’s published in early November. Yep — that means you get two editions for the price of one, so you can start planning right away. Remember — the 2018 guide is a pre-order, so you’ll receive it via email when it’s published later this year. But you’ll get the 2017 guide (full of AWESOME tips and advice on returning holiday events and activities that will absolutely apply to your 2018 trip), as an immediate download for FREE. 2) Bundle for More Savings! Want more for your money? Purchase the Holiday Bundle for 30% off the already deeply discounted price! It’s like getting an entire book for free! Just enter code 180days at the check-out. In the Holiday Bundle, you’ll get: The 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining The 2018 DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays pre-order, and the 2017 Edition for FREE as an immediate download. On a budget? Find out how to make those dollars stretch all around Disney World. These two unique resources are ALL you need to plan your holiday dining! To take advantage of this amazing deal, just enter Promo Code 180days at checkout! 3) Get Over 70% Off ALL of the DFB Dining Guides! But we’ve saved the best deal for last. If you’d like to get the biggest bang for your buck in our 180 Days ’til Christmas Sale, then ACT NOW and collect ALL of Disney Food Blog’s Dining guidebooks for 70% off their regular prices. Do you anxiously await new DFB posts? Want even more great information, pictures, and tips? Then the DFB Everything Bundle is for you! The Everything Bundle! And to get you ready for that next big Disney World trip, we are offering the DFB Everything Bundle for 50% off the already low BUNDLE price – that’s over 70% off the cover prices of the books. Just enter promo code 180Days at checkout to take advantage of this offer for a limited time only. The Everything Bundle includes, well, Everything! When you purchase this special bundle of DFB Guides, you’ll get it all: The 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining The DFB Guide to Magic Kingdom Snacks The DFB Guide to Epcot Snacks The DFB Guide to Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios Snacks A Pre-Order of the 2018 DFB Guide to the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival A Pre-Order of the 2018 DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays, and the 2017 Edition for FREE as an immediate download DFB Dining Adventures That’s every book in our collection of critically-acclaimed DFB Guides. And with the convenient e-book format, you can load your books onto as many electronic devices as you want. Have them at your fingertips, ready to plan and take with you into the Parks. Just download and off you go! Enter promo code 180Days at checkout to get ALL of the DFB Disney World Dining Guidebooks for over 60% off the regular prices. 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. We told you about the secret menu at Disney’s All-Star Movies and DFB reader @GW030D stopped by the hotel and ordered the Cinnamon Bun Burger! Their review? “A very good burger!” Secret menu burger! Earlier this month we told you about the new Kylo Ren cupcake at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Our pal @jackieb78 tried one and shared this with us: “Haha! The Dark Side has a great dessert!” Can’t go wrong with a chocolate and peanut butter cupcake! Do you have a favorite Disney Food find? Share your photos with us! On to the Round-Up! Mickey Fix shared this adorable MagicBand! WDW for Grownups shared some Disney Dining Hacks. Disney Parks Blog shared a recipe for Chorizo Breakfast Casserole. Disney Family shared a recipe for Mickey Watermelon Gummies. 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: June 17, 2018 Disney Food News This Week: June 3, 2018 Disney Food News This Week: April 22, 2018 View the full article

Toy Story Land at Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios is set to open on June 30, and with just days to go before the big reveal, it’s now on the map! Toy Story Land as seen on My Disney Experience! ©DisneyParksBlog That’s right: the handy My Disney Experience app we’ve all come to know and love has added Walt Disney World’s newest land — with a note that it’s “Opening June 30, 2018″. Toy Story Land Opening on June 30th You already know that WE. CAN’T. WAIT!!! We’ve been tracking every last detail — including Sneak Peeks of Attractions and Merchandise, the menu for brand new quick service spot Woody’s Lunch Box, and everything else you need to know before YOU. ARE. A. TOY!! Slinky Dog Dash Entrance Concept Art We’re not obsessed — you’re obsessed! Follow along with us here on the blog, and on instagram, facebook, and twitter starting June 28th when we jump into Andy’s backyard for the weekend!!! And don’t miss any breaking Disney news! Sign up for the Disney Food Blog Newsletter and be in the know all the time! What are you most excited to experience in Toy Story Land? Share with us in the comments below so we can all squeal together. 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: Two Great Ways to Skip the Lines at Walt Disney World’s Toy Story Land Disney World’s Toy Story Land: What YOU Need to Know BEFORE It Opens! NEWS!! Toy Story Land Opens on June 30, 2018, in Disney World’s Hollywood Studios! View the full article

This week, Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure park opened to guests! And our Disney Parks Blog coverage included a special edition filled with several great stories, including an exclusive Foodie Guide, a ride with an Imagineer on the Incredicoaster, a closer look at what you can expect during your first visit and more. Pixar Pier, the reimagined land along the shores of Paradise Bay, features exciting attractions, imaginative neighborhoods and food locations all inspired by Pixar films. Take a look at how Walt Disney Imagineering and Pixar Animation Studios collaborated to bring the wonderful worlds of Pixar from the screen to Disneyland Resort: Check out our “Pixar at Disney Parks” page for continuing updates on Pixar Pier and other related stories. Also, at the Walt Disney World Resort this week, Toy Story Land was officially added to the digital map of Disney’s Hollywood Studios. You can find the maps on your My Disney Experience app or DisneyWorld.com this weekend. When Toy Story Land debuts on June 30, guests will get a “toy’s-eye-view” of the fun Woody, Jessie, Buzz, and Andy’s other beloved toys are having in Andy’s backyard. The new land will debut on in-park maps beginning June 30. Check out Jennifer’s original Toy Story Land Digital Maps post for more details. Here are some of the other stories we worked on this week. First Look at Toy Story Land at Night and More Featured in New ‘Inside Disney Parks’ – Our latest episode of “Inside Disney Parks” is packed with never-before-seen firsts, including an exclusive sneak peek at what to expect when the sun sets in Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Walt Disney Imagineers share a dazzling look at the land and attractions – at NIGHT! Sweet Candy Tears Coming to Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff in Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure Park – Who’s your friend who likes to play? Bing Bong! The fluffy pink, imaginary friend from the Disney•Pixar film “Inside Out” is not just here to play. He’s going to bring you some sweet treats at his new shop at Disney California Adventure park! Make Plans to Celebrate the Fourth of July at Walt Disney World Resort – Independence Day is less than a month away, and the parks at Walt Disney World Resort will be celebrating our nation’s birthday with some star-spangled salutes to America! If you’re planning a visit for the 4th of July, here are some highlights of the special entertainment planned for that day. All in the Details: Imagineers Put the Finishing Touches on Toy Story Land – Our friends in Walt Disney Imagineering just shared a new video with us from the Toy Story Land site, where Imagineers of all disciplines are putting the final touches on this thrilling new land. Celebrate All-Things ‘Super’ at the Incredible Tomorrowland Expo at Magic Kingdom Park – If you’re an “Incredibles 2” fan, you simply can’t miss all the fun of the Incredible Tomorrowland Expo at Magic Kingdom Park. This celebration takes place daily around the Rockettower Plaza area at the center of Tomorrowland, and includes must-snap photo ops, custom décor, “The Incredibles” character appearances, “super”-themed entertainment and more. New Spooky Experiences Coming to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World Resort – The most wonderfall time of the year is just around the corner, and this year you have yet another reason to join us during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom Park! Taking place select nights August 17–October 31, 2018, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary will add a few new twists and treats to your evening. View the full article